Thread: Straight Razor Business Idea

Apparently, I hadn't thought this through enough. My fault. I am of the opinion that if you cut your finger off, you get it fixed, and don't do that same thing again. But, I understand not everyone thinks that way, and it's a crazy world with litigation.

Anyway, the offer for my porch is still open...

Last thought. What if you didn't give everyone a razor, and didn't allow them to bring them to class. In that case, the only shaver is the instructor? Would that change the situation at all?

Take care all,
John

Originally Posted by Namdnas

Apparently, I hadn't thought this through enough. My fault. I am of the opinion that if you cut your finger off, you get it fixed, and don't do that same thing again. But, I understand not everyone thinks that way, and it's a crazy world with litigation.

Anyway, the offer for my porch is still open...

Last thought. What if you didn't give everyone a razor, and didn't allow them to bring them to class. In that case, the only shaver is the instructor? Would that change the situation at all?

Take care all,
John

Since I am a resident of the world, you just insulted me by calling me crazy. I now have emotional damage that only a few talk show tours to Oprah and Dr. Phil might fix. Oh, and a whopping lawsuit...see you in court

(Disclaimer: this was only a joke. Had this been an actual lawsuit, teams of lawyers would have appeared on Greta Van Susteren's show )

John, thanks for the offer of the porch, but it's a little cold right now. Maybe someday.

I think that if it was a lecture only and no sharp objects were actually involved even from the instructor it would be fine but that then takes away most of the reason most folks would want to come doesn't it?

The way to do it would be to piggyback at a conference of barbers or something like that. Then the liability issues would probably be addressed by the conference organizers.

The lawsuit thingy made me think.
I live in Belgium. A country where such lawsuits are not common because it is illegal for lawyers to charge a % of the winnings. So people are less tempted to sue others.

Then there is the principle called 'responsible house father' which has nothing to do with being a parent per se, but more with being a responsible adult with common sense. A lot of US lawsuits would be thrown out by a Belgian judge with the words 'You shouldn't have done that', possibly followed by 'Duh', depending on the stupidity of what you did.

Given that Belgium is unlikely to extradite me for giving shaving advice, I don't feel nervous about hanging out here and talking about shaving.
Of course, I could be abducted by the CIA and flown off to some place for 'questioning' ...

In a case like this, the judge' probably say something like 'You were shaving with a straight. It was very sharp. You were cautioned to be careful so you were well aware of the risks. You still went through with it but you were not careful enough and now you are hurt. Be more careful next time or stop using straights. NEXT!.

I only wish we had a legal system like that of Belgium here in the U.S. when that woman spilled hot McDonald's coffee on herself and then sued them that the coffee was hot and burned her.........and she won!

Originally Posted by Bruno

The lawsuit thingy made me think.
I live in Belgium. A country where such lawsuits are not common because it is illegal for lawyers to charge a % of the winnings. So people are less tempted to sue others.

Then there is the principle called 'responsible house father' which has nothing to do with being a parent per se, but more with being a responsible adult with common sense. A lot of US lawsuits would be thrown out by a Belgian judge with the words 'You shouldn't have done that', possibly followed by 'Duh', depending on the stupidity of what you did.

Given that Belgium is unlikely to extradite me for giving shaving advice, I don't feel nervous about hanging out here and talking about shaving.
Of course, I could be abducted by the CIA and flown off to some place for 'questioning' ...

In a case like this, the judge' probably say something like 'You were shaving with a straight. It was very sharp. You were cautioned to be careful so you were well aware of the risks. You still went through with it but you were not careful enough and now you are hurt. Be more careful next time or stop using straights. NEXT!.

Yeah, baby Hats off to Belgium judges for promoting "responsibleness"

Common sense in US lawsuits have been replaced by common Cents!!

Originally Posted by steve

Yeah, baby Hats off to Belgium judges for promoting "responsibleness"

Common sense in US lawsuits have been replaced by common Cents!!

It is good to see that someone is not rewarding stupidity like here in the US. I remember this case here in NYC where this guy got drunk entered the subway system fell on the tracks and had his hand cut off. He sued the city because someone should have stopped him from entering the system. He won 2.8 million. That makes me sick!!!!.

Afternoon Gents,

I have to squeeze out my .02 cents worth just one more.....I understand that what everyone is talking about here seems to be a more "formal" gathering shall we say. But I would like to suggest or "Wish" for something as follows

My example is the 3 day "Traditional Archery Rendezvous"....which takes place here in WV once a year. Vendors travel from a far to share/show off/sell their wares that appeal to folks who would attend such an event.

There are plenty of bows, arrows with deadly sharp points and lots of knives. The first evening a huge pot of Gumbo is put together, this gives spectators and vendors a chance to sit at picnic tables and get to know each other in a very casual friendly atmosphere. Wives and children are present ( and no beer, only downside...lol )

At least once during each of the three days...."Someone" who is a respected, Bowyer, Knife Maker, Leather worker.....will give a lesson. The Bowyer on how he makes his bows, materials used, proper care of etc. Whilst the Knife Maker and Leather worker follow suit as to how their trades relate to the issues or wants the Traditional Bow Hunter.

Fast forward.....3 day event in Ohio. Rent ?? a community center or ???

Invitations mailed or lets see...obviously an announcement on the board would be cheaper...lol. Vendors in the trade could come and set up their wares to sell. I'm sure many members of SRP could set up tables just to show off/trade razors, strops, hones. Maybe everyone who sets up a table pays a small fee to help cover the cost of renting a building for three days.

And just for fun.....FUD could make the giant pot of Gumbo for everybody cuz he always has such great recipes to share so he must be a hellava cook. Lynn could be there and he could show everyone in person how to get a great shave. Josh could show off that giant razor of his, Wildtim could bring one of those beautiful german shepards he has, Tony could set up a table with his strops and show everyone, the proper way to strop your razor... The Honemeisters could offer honing services, "Boys! Get your razors sharpened here" while you peruse the aisles of tables laiden with all of your shaving desires....lol.

Shoot...I'm ready Just a thought
Soapmistress

And Colleen can intoxicate everyone with the scents of soaps and creams wafting from her table...even set a fan to blow the scent into the crowd

That sounds like a great setup, one which I'd go to if I could. Huzzah!!!

I love this idea of meeting some place and doing all the things everyone has talked about. I'd go for sure!