Thread: Humble visual

Originally Posted by Utopian

How the heck was the patterning done on that spine??? edit: never mind, I get it now. On my phone at first viewing I thought the small lengthwise grooves were in valleys but nowI see that is not the case. Still, it's very nicely done. Was that a gray hair? I find that they cut more easily!

It was, indeed, a gray hair. The few darker hairs have measured (micrometer) .0018" thick & don't cut for anything. The white chest hairs come in at .0033". The razor is a beloved Williams creation, purchased from the honorable Riooso some years back. The spine is carved like a rope pattern, extending completely around the shank - making an artistic set of jimps that surround the shank. Like most Williams, its hard steel, takes time to work the edge, and delivers heavenly shaves for a long time before needing refreshment. 'Can't say how good it is to have you back on the forum, Utopian. Your kind help (and others) got me going in the craft & I'm grateful.