Thread: Custom Japanese Razor #3

Well, here's a third for you guys to critique and comment on. It is a sort of fusion of the first two; better hamon and profile with the rough "as forged" look.

1095, clay heat treatment, 2k grit hand sanded finish on the blade face.

The grind on this one is actually close to that of an old Sheffield wedge, very slightly hollow ground on both sides (slight stray from the traditional grind for experimentation). But, as it has been brought to my attention, the traditional razors were hollow on both sides anyway, so this one just lacks a deeper hollow on one side (one could still use it "asymmetrically" and probably not know the difference, we'll see tonight).

Have at it y'all.

I had no idea that you were so talented Russel. That looks awsome! When are you going to start taking orders

They keep improving every time. good job.

The last two hamon blow me away. Love the alloy banding and the way the nie crystals show up. Keep doin wotcha doin !
Did you etch the blade or is it simply a 2k grit finish ?
Oh yeah and the rustic handle.

That is beautiful...GREAT JOB.

You guys are too kind!

David; soon, very soon.

O_S; Thank you!

Onimaru; Yes, I etched it. I can't get a good shot of the alloy banding, but in person it is much more pronounced.

Thanks again!

Excellent!

Please give a shave review of the symmetric grind vs. the assymetric, as I'm quite intriuged by this...

The hamons are definitely getting more character each time, very stylish!

Looks Great!! Very nice work

Did you finish it on the Nakayama?

Originally Posted by heavydutysg135

Did you finish it on the Nakayama?

Of course!