Thread: Questions: Spike Point/Rounded + Soaps

Thanks everyone so much for all of your help, support, and opinions. I really appreciate it!

Now check out what I bought on ebay: VINTAGE FANCY HERMANN MEHL SOLINGEN STRAIGHT RAZOR - eBay (item 130344963782 end time Nov-22-09 15:04:41 PST)

Does anyone have any experience with this seller? I see from his reviews that people liked his honing job.

But awesome deal or what? I am very excited! It reminds me of the bismark spike point with the bone handle that I wanted from DOVO, but a much better price, and it's vintage. Does it look in pretty good shape to everyone? As far as I could tell it looks great.

Now, can anyone help me with a good strop, brush, or anything else that you might have that you no longer need? I am looking to keep this affordable, but I want quality items. Also, does anyone have a used copy of the straight razor shaving dvd that they no longer need?

As far as soaps/creams, please recommend some of your favorites. I have heard good things about the Ogalla soaps Ogallala Bay Rum Shaving Soap Sampler , and also this whiskey shave jelly on etsy WHISKEY oldfashioned wet shave jelly by portlandgeneralstore . Opinions? Has anyone tried the vintage blade triple milled shaving soap? Vintage Blades LLC::Shaving Cream & Soap::Triple-Milled Shaving Soap in a Wooden Bowl - 3.5 oz./100g. - Vintage Blades Brand Please also tell me if you have a favorite scent for shaving creams/soaps.

Thanks guys! You have been so great with helping me. I am really excited to give this to Rob!

Meghan

razor is very nice razor and if i am not mistaken seller is srp member. In here we all have responsibility. i am sure seller will make you happy in case you have any problems. Great buy .

Originally Posted by hi_bud_gl

razor is very nice razor

Sham, where were you when they taught geometry in school?


Anyway, the razor looks familiar: Mehl, Hermann "Special" 7/8 - Straight Razor Place Wiki. If it is anything like mine, it is a very nice razor, but with a tremendous amount of flex, i.e. certainly not the easiest to use. Whatever.

As for the rest of the questions: Buying a beginner's set on a budget - Straight Razor Place Wiki should be sufficiently clear.

Robin