Thread: Are these worth buying for a newbie?

Zero indication on the maker, and you cannot see the stamp on the tang in the pictures....

Scales have a rather *new* look to them... I'd be careful and ask about the makers stamp on the tang first, if it sounds OK, a close up inspection would be next.

Based on the description, my gut instinct says nope.... but there really isn't enough information as it stands. There IS however, enough information to warrant treading lightly and carefully. There is no way I would buy those razors without an in-hand inspection. On the other hand, buying a vintage razor from an SRP member with some years on his belt is a pretty safe bet and I frequently do so, and I have NEVER been disappointed.

As this is your first purchase, I recommend you stay away from such purchases and either buy a used, shave ready razor from the classifieds on SRP, or at the very least from a reputable dealer such as SRD. I learned the hard way, by myself, on an old antique store razor, with crappy hones and honing films on glass.... an experience I'd just as soon not relive. It worked out fine and I'm the better straight razor shaver for it, but it was a hard row to hoe as they say.

As for local AU proprietors, perhaps some other gents will chime in, as I have no knowledge of your end of the world. All I can say is "Please Please Please, do NOT rush into this!" If you start off on the right foot, with the right blade and proper preparation, you will enjoy the experience. Rush it, and you will most likely NOT have a good experience and have to fight your way to a decent shave or possibly give up trying and go back to those multi-blade monstrosities.

Regards

Christian