Final word on the Geisen & Forsthoff
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Originally Posted by
onimaru55
Just semantics but a razor can be not 'hard' temper wise but very stiff due to it's grind eg wedges & half hollows. G&F's fall more into that category being half hollowish. 58-59HRC is not that hard compared to say at the extreme end, an Iwasaki western @ 65-67HRC.
Most stainless razors are 'tough' & abrasion resistant but again in the G&F hardness range.
Gentlemen,
We all agree that these razors can be difficult to hone to shave readiness. However this can be achieved, with patience, persistence, and a fair bit of faith in your skills. point 1. I honed my 1st 571 G & F a year ago, and it is a lovely shave, and from a longevity point of view, seems fine. Point 2,Two days ago, I received as posted a 2nd identical 571 G & F, horn scales, lovely presentation, it arrived very close to ready. To be truthful, it wasn't as simple a task as I had believed it would be, but finishing it off on the Suehiro 20 k after some coaxing on an Icebear 10k (No more than a dozen super light slurry strokes, five more clear), Now after what is no more than two short sessions, it has popped sharp. I can't speak to more experienced shavers/honers opinions, but I simply show that, these razors aren't a lemon, and offer a different honing experience for members. Many don't like them, fair enough. But I get lovely shaves, and I like the stiffness of the blade and it's weight at more like 13/16 in length gives an indication of what you are in for. 3rd point is it, is at a delivered price/exchange rate in Australia of $121.75 makes this razor a feasible purchase. Whatever works for the individual, honing skills and patience gets you across the line. Good luck.
Regards Bob