Thread: First post. Looking for feedback on razor build.

New to forum. I don't make razors for others. At least not at this time. I kind of use razor builds to challenge myself and maybe take the opportunity to try something new. This one is a couple years old. It's actually my favorite razor to shave with. 8/8 size made from and old file, inlayed quarter mokume gane. Thanks.

It is a pretty looking razor at first glance for sure. I don't use that style of razor but I am wondering how easy it is to strop looking at the wide and thick tang. Also, I was wondering if the remnants of the file teeth on the spine leaves marks on a strop. Leaving those is a pleasing touch though and the etching/engraving on the blade is tasteful as is the inlay. Can you post a head on shot of the toe so we can see the grind?

Bob

Not sure why the image isn't more clear.

Originally Posted by Wyo823

Not sure why the image isn't more clear.

No, the image posted is just fine. I was interested to see an end on shot from the front of the blade to see what the grind looks like.

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Bob

The edges of the file teeth have been softened. I don't seem to notice any serious marks on the strop. I would consider the strop a consumable anyway. I ground it on an 8 inch contact wheel. I didn't realize how hard it would be to get a head on shot. Hopefully this is good enough.

Originally Posted by Wyo823

The edges of the file teeth have been softened. I don't seem to notice any serious marks on the strop. I would consider the strop a consumable anyway. I ground it on an 8 inch contact wheel. I didn't realize how hard it would be to get a head on shot. Hopefully this is good enough.

Thanks, the shot is good enough and yes, they are not easy to do. I guess it would depend on what the strop costs as to whether I would consider it a consumable or not.

Bob

Like BobH, I don't use a kamisori or kamisori type razor. I'll just comment on design (minus function). To me the design, file based, is a 10 out of 10. There appears to be all kinds of skill on display...so, where is this coming from? I'd guess knife making. You know, the photography is pretty darn nice also!
Seems if you immersed yourself in the deep waters of razor history and manufacture, you could rack up some big wins IMHO.

I am actually a saddle maker. I have a strip of horse hide that will make several strops. I just keep using the one I have. I do have intentions of building an elaborate strop with hardware sometime in the future.

First razor I built. I had to look pretty hard for this image. Terrible pic. A little more to your liking?

What you are asking is do we think it is "Pretty"

Yes I do

Do I think it is technically an actual functioning Straight Razor ???

I have no idea, you haven't given the first inkling of any details about the build ..

We can't even see if the scales function properly let alone the bevel angle, the type of steel, the HT and temper results

Honestly pretty razors which we call RSO's are a dime a dozen, we want to know about the functional aspects


I am NOT being harsh I am being honest

It is obvious you have talent when it comes to beauty