Thread: Ralf Aust Razor Club

I ordered and just received two 6/8 Ralf Aust razors, and I must say, taking these razors of their boxes, I'm in awe. Truly.

I've had flashbacks to when I for the first time 'unboxed' my old inherited Solingen razors, it has that vintage feel of quality and craftsmanship. Absolutely stunning.

So far it exceeds my expectations, even after all the positive I've read about them.

That is all.

Without photos, it didn't happen.

@jkatzman

You are starting out with some good gear. The shaving will get better as your muscle memory improves.

Just be careful stropping. No pressure and no speed. A lot of guys wreck their first strop and/or roll the edge on the blade.

Patience is the key. Lots of patience.

send pics - its a rule

Rolodave is correct! I did this to my first razor I bought which was a Dovo. It was corercted easily by a great member here "nipper". So all is good. Since then I learned from Richard and Joe how to properly strop and now still perfecting honing. Surprisingly, going well and is a lifelong learning technique to perfect I do believe!

Originally Posted by TristanLudlow

I ordered and just received two 6/8 Ralf Aust razors, and I must say, taking these razors of their boxes, I'm in awe. Truly.

I've had flashbacks to when I for the first time 'unboxed' my old inherited Solingen razors, it has that vintage feel of quality and craftsmanship. Absolutely stunning.

So far it exceeds my expectations, even after all the positive I've read about them.

That is all.

The RA razors are some of the best I have.....well, only have two of them but they are wonderful blades and consistent shavers that are almost every time a BBS. In fact yesterday used my RA 6/8 and had a great shave! I cannot say enough of this line of razors and the fact you can buy them from SRD and to my home is about 2 days max is a added plus!

Simple photos take with phone, I can't take such nice pictures like many of you can, but nonetheless these are lovely razors, have a really nice feel to them

Originally Posted by TristanLudlow

Simple photos take with phone, I can't take such nice pictures like many of you can, but nonetheless these are lovely razors, have a really nice feel to them

Magnificent razors! The scales are elegantly mathched to the wonderfully large blades. Jealous!

I finally broke down and ordered one today...just a plain 5/8s but I am excited to test it out!

Originally Posted by Ernie1980

I finally broke down and ordered one today...just a plain 5/8s but I am excited to test it out!

You won't be disappointed!

Originally Posted by Haroldg48

You won't be disappointed!

+1 to that