Good Looking Razors for Use
Real NOS, original unopened packaging, is primarily for collectors and is certainly worth a somewhat premium price. However, using a NOS or high mint razor can be expected to decrease its market value. For a pristine user razor, I prefer a mint or close to mint razor. I will not then have to worry about causing unavoidable wear marks such as around the pivot thereby depressing the value of my razor. I will not have to feel bad about the new wear showing on a pristine finish.
Waiting for a close to mint razor and paying a reasonable premium may also prove less costly and more satisfactory than the cost of acquiring and restoring a well used razor. Of course, some hobbiests will regard the experiences of razor restoration as an enjoyable part of the hobby and more power to them. I also like acquiring high quality restoration resales that look almost new for my use, if the price is right.