Thread: My first self made razor

That is really good work on the blade! Congratulations on your success.

I agree with using Damascus made by Mike Blue. I have been to Mikes workshop many times and have seen a bunch of Damascus that he has made. He has a ton of experience with steel and making Damascus so I have confidence in his steel. Mike is a real "Metal Head" !

Getting a piece of steel that is thick enough for a 8/8 razor is not easy. A 1/4" thick piece is usually not enough. By the time all the grinding & buffing is done you lose some of the thickness. On my next order of steel (1095) I will be getting some that is 3/8" thick to start with (hot rolled) and reserve that for the very large blades of 7/8" & 8/8". Just an idea for you.

Honing a handmade razor is a lot of fun! You get real "quality time" spending hours getting to know your steel and hones...LOL!.

I agree with your desire to make what suits you and not work from a fixed pattern or to someone else's specification. This hobby of ours should remain a pleasure and not become merely a job or work.

You have done very well with the tools that you have. I hope to see more.