Thread: Straight razor for my boyfriend...

bgertz: I thank you for the cheaper "alternatives"... I am finding that the "Dovo" is considered pretty good -- and seeings as how I have much to learn, I could consider buying something like that first then splurging the second time around...

Forgive my ignorance on the subject, but what are "scales"?

Originally Posted by srnewbie

And wow.. you have a razor from the 1840's that you shave with? That's impressive ! I have a book *almost* that old, and I try not to touch it!

Yup! I dont believe in putting out all that money for a razor I wont shave with, but we also put a lot of time into keeping them clean and oiled, etc. I would be money that if your boyfriend found this site...he would be shaving with those razors in no time...that or he would start spending a LOT more money on razors to collect lol!

Originally Posted by srnewbie

bgertz: I thank you for the cheaper "alternatives"... I am finding that the "Dovo" is considered pretty good -- and seeings as how I have much to learn, I could consider buying something like that first then splurging the second time around...

Forgive my ignorance on the subject, but what are "scales"?

Scales are the handle of the razor. And the material your scales are mate of will GREATLY influence the price...and the collectible value of the razor.

LOL!!!

JL: Oh no!!! The thought of him finding this site! I'm kidding, or better yet - perhaps AFTER I buy it for him, I'll send him the link so he can join you guys :P

Now... all I have to do is find an antique book forum.... and send him the link *hint HINT*...

Ahhh ok - I just read what scales were... alright - something to look out for!

Oh I quite like this one!

http://www.shavingshop.com/index.php...6category%3D43

It might be a little girly?

Originally Posted by srnewbie

Oh I quite like this one!

http://www.shavingshop.com/index.php...6category%3D43

It might be a little girly?

You have exceptional taste!!

Naw, that's not girly. That's 7/8" of butch, baby!

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Originally Posted by srnewbie

Oh I quite like this one!

http://www.shavingshop.com/index.php...6category%3D43

It might be a little girly?

Thats a nice razor actually. However, if you REALLY want to make a statement....get him this one....the blade is massive..I have 3 of these that I shave with, believe me...it makes a statement. It is a bit out of your price range...but it is pretty sexy IMO

http://www.shavingshop.com/index.php...6category%3D73





Here is another neat one

http://"http://www.shavingshop.com/i...category%3D33"





It all depends if you want the goldwash or a big bladge...they both are awesome

LOL u guys!! I'm glad its not considered "girly"... I like that it's BUTCH I worry my taste slants towards whats pleasing to the eye, since I have no idea about functionality!

JL: That first razor is damn impressive and sexy!!! It is SO beautiful! Ok - now I really have to think!!

The second one is really unique I like the carving... Do the brands matter???

Originally Posted by srnewbie

LOL u guys!! I'm glad its not considered "girly"... I like that it's BUTCH I worry my taste slants towards whats pleasing to the eye, since I have no idea about functionality!

JL: That first razor is damn impressive and sexy!!! It is SO beautiful! Ok - now I really have to think!!

The second one is really unique I like the carving... Do the brands matter???

May I suggest you go for the second one?