Thread: shavingshop.com

Has anyone dealt with John recently? He has some great straights available. I know that in the past it was a part time enterprise with him, so response times were hit or miss.

I did buy a razor off of him and had no issues doing business with him. However the last time I was on his web site it said no more international shipping, being as I'm in Canada he won't work for me anymore.

Thanks, placed an order, we'll see what happens...

Originally Posted by MJB

Thanks, placed an order, we'll see what happens...

WHAT? You actually ORDERED from him? Man, I wish I'd seen your post in time to warn you. JK, I ordered something from John late last year and he shipped it the next day.. good service as usual and good communication. It does look like his stock is getting a little thin on some things. I hope he restocks soon; he always has some very nice items.

rs,
Tack

I ordered a straight from him last year, when it still hadn't shipped after 2 weeks despite repeated promises that it was going to ship, I cancelled the order. Should have included some context with the initial question...

I bought a Dorko from John (a 1217 in my Avatar).
Nice guy.
Slow to ship as he touched up the edge prior to shipping.
But a great, smooth and safe transaction.
Myron

I got 2 NOS vintage razors from John last year. Both razors were like new, well honed and have both become favorites. Shipping was prompt as have been several replies to my emails asking info on razors. He seems to have good connections for quality razors.

Originally Posted by CanonSterVa

.. Slow to ship as he touched up the edge prior to shipping.
But a great, smooth and safe transaction.
Myron

Ah, that might be part of the difference. I always request that a razor be shipped without honing, that could be why they shipped so quickly. OTOH, "stuff" happens sometimes.

rs,
Tack

He has some nice items, but "stuff" won't happen a 3rd time...

It is easy enough to give John a call if warranted. His phone number is under his "contact me" information. Straight razor maufacturing shortages affect John just like they do all suppliers. He is a good man who takes his business seriously. A long part of last year was difficult for John for several reasons.