Thread: Suggestions

Originally Posted by heyjude

That's really good to hear, I really thought there was an actual reason to get more razors rather than for collecting or variety,

I'm planning to use this razor for some time till I get reasonably good at it,

And I am really hoping the razor being made by DOVO is enough sign of its quality.
Because the one I'm considering to buy is 90ish EUROs whereas there are 200 EURO models,

What is the point? What makes those expensive ones better? Is it just aesthetics?
I hope it is not the steel quality

It's generally the aesthetics...engraving/etching on the blade, gold wash and scale material and design. Size also figures in with 6/8 being more expensive (generally) than 5/8, and so on. Sometimes stainless costs more than carbon steel. Also, some blade profile variations can cause price difference, but (unless someone knows better) Dovo uses the same grade of steel for all their razors.

The only thing I'd add is that you should be sure it is shave ready (honed by a reputable honemeister).

Hope you enjoy!