Thread: Microtome on ebay

I have listed a microtome on ebay if anyone is interested in trying one?
A 7/8” Straight Razor/Microtome. NR on eBay, also, Barber Shop Shaving, Vanity Perfume Grooming, Collectables (end time 27-Jun-09 18:02:57 BST)



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Kudos for actually calling it a microtome in your ebay listing and not trying to pass it off as a razor like others have done in the past.

Originally Posted by aroliver59

Kudos for actually calling it a microtome in your ebay listing and not trying to pass it off as a razor like others have done in the past.

I'm not so sure that everyone else is being dishonest; it's quite possible that they simply don't know better. Even many of the members here on SRP don't know what a microtome is and would likely make the same mistake. (Not that I'm trying to defend ebay sellers.)

Back on topic, I've had one, and I was able to get her shaving. It was a bit awkward, because I found it difficult to shave with only one side towards my face, but on the whole it was a fun challenge.

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

I'm not so sure that everyone else is being dishonest; it's quite possible that they simply don't know better. Even many of the members here on SRP don't know what a microtome is and would likely make the same mistake. (Not that I'm trying to defend ebay sellers.)

Back on topic, I've had one, and I was able to get her shaving. It was a bit awkward, because I found it difficult to shave with only one side towards my face, but on the whole it was a fun challenge.

I'm one of them. What's the difference?

On the microtome one side is flat as a guide.



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I realize several have used them and gotten them to shave well but realize they are not designed for shaving. To me its like taking a large butterknife and honing it until it can be used for shaving.

Originally Posted by thebigspendur

I realize several have used them and gotten them to shave well but realize they are not designed for shaving. To me its like taking a large butterknife and honing it until it can be used for shaving.

Yup, that's why I thought it presented an interesting challenge and then got rid of it once I'd had my satisfaction.

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

Yup, that's why I thought it presented an interesting challenge and then got rid of it once I'd had my satisfaction.

Thats as good a reason as any. Just for the Challenge!