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11-10-2017, 07:59 PM #1Junior Member
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Giesen and Forsthoff
I just ordered a vintage G&T on eBay that is in good condition with a 5/8" round tip and is extra hollow, and was wondering if it would be any good after having it honed. This will be my first "real" straight razor as I have been using a dovo shavette for a couple of months and feel ready to move up.
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11-10-2017, 08:52 PM #2Razor Vulture
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Vintage ones are great when in good condition.
I have heard of issues with the new ones, however."Don't be stubborn. You are missing out."
I rest my case.
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11-10-2017, 09:24 PM #3Senior Member
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Tom is correct. The condition is everything and as long as it is in good shape and well honed it will be a great razor.
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11-11-2017, 06:32 PM #4Senior Member
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I have a vintage one that when I got it at a local auction I picked it up & didn't realize the hinge pin was loose & it about cut my thumb off. It had come from a Barber shop in Monticello IL that closed during WW-2 when the Barber was drafted. Great razor!
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11-11-2017, 07:14 PM #5Senior Member
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Can you post a picture of it?
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