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05-15-2009, 10:21 AM #1Junior Member
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Newbie wanting information on new razor (first!)
Purchased from seller on eBay for $23 delivered. Was this a 'steel' of a deal, or did I buy a metal turd? SSA Eskilstuna-Sweden on tang (Svenska Stalsmides Aktich, translates to Swedish Steel Forging Company, ca. 1918-1920). One thing that caught my eye was the utilization of only one pin in the razors making. Extremely clean blade, but definitely in need of a stropping or honing and...
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05-15-2009, 11:30 AM #2Born a Hundred Years Too Late
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Looks like a good blade.Can't speak on the particular brand,but Swedish steel from Eskilstuna is known to be good steel.
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05-15-2009, 11:56 AM #3Senior Member
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looks great . it is a good deal. clean it up and sharpening you good to go for a nice shave.
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05-15-2009, 06:05 PM #4Senior Member
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Nice razor! Should be a good shaver, but will probably need expert honing. I have found with my three Heljestand Eskilstuna's that their steel is very hard; takes longer to hone but seems to keep it's edge longer. Other experiences with honing Swedish razors?
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