Originally Posted by
Euclid440
Toldekk
Based on what I have seen lately in antique stores, 75 % are junk cracked, major chips, bent or worn spines.
20 % are in need of substantial repairs, for a novice shaver, missing or broken scales, edge damage, chips, frowns, heel spurs, uneven hone wear, rust, enlarged pivot pin hole & alignment issues.
5% are good razors no major damage, you can clean with polish, hone & shave. Less than 1% are pristine.
Category 2, are restorable the trick, is knowing the difference between Category 1 & 2. Not all problems are readily observable.
We see novice shavers asking questions about their new razor purchase … and then never hear from them again. I suspect the shaving adventure was overwhelming when added to razor selection, restoration, and maintenance.
Take the time to learn one piece at a time then expand your experience. Set yourself up for success, not failure.