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01-08-2010, 02:23 PM #1
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Thanked: 9Used Dovo Solingen Straight Razor - Bismark 6/8 on ebay for 1st razor
Hello,
Would you please tell me if this is a good 1st razor and what a good max price would be to pay?
Used Dovo Solingen Straight Razor - Bismark 6/8 - eBay (item 230419924142 end time Jan-10-10 20:23:09 PST)
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01-08-2010, 03:11 PM #2
That's a nice blade.
Since we do not discuss pricing openly like your request ...
Pay as much as you are willing to pay.
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01-08-2010, 03:19 PM #3
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Thanked: 9The problem I have is with the corrosion and the seller saying that he would throw the razor away. This would be my first razor and I would like to start out on the right foot. I really don't want to pay $100 for this and then have to shell out more to restore.
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01-08-2010, 03:29 PM #4
IMHO I would buy something on the cheap with a known good edge or purchase new from a reputable vendor. I got my first in the classifieds here for cheap. Considering honing will run you $15 plus shipping, anything under $50 is a steal. Having a sharp edge is the only thing that matters. If you stick with it, you can (and likely will) pick up more blades later.
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01-08-2010, 03:35 PM #5
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Thanked: 1903Look up that razor at, for example Straight Razor Designs (looks like they offer the best price). Add USD 25 for honing and shipping, plus possible USD 30-50 for restoration of the eBay razor...
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01-10-2010, 10:37 PM #6
This razor will sell for WAAAYYYY more than a new one because the blade is a ultra-rare carbon fiber blade!!! Get your bids in early
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01-11-2010, 02:33 AM #7
Seriously, if you want a great razor to start with, check out the ones restored by Bob Keyes. No, he's not my brother-in-law or anything, but I've bought lots of really nice restored razors from him, and each one is just perfect -- fresh, shiny and sharp as hell. His site is www.bobsrazors.com, and he also sells on eBay under altima55. Great guy to deal with too.
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01-11-2010, 04:52 AM #8
For a first razor I would suggest something else, Fritz Bracht's name will bring a good price.
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