Thread: Japanese Straights

Well whatever company is responsible, its a really nice shave. Thanks for the input though.

I have said it many times, Japanese straights are top notch shavers. I can't remember ever having a bad one. Some are harder to hone because they are hardened more but when one takes their time to hone the razors correctly, the edges are awesome.

Originally Posted by mainaman

I have said it many times, Japanese straights are top notch shavers. I can't remember ever having a bad one. Some are harder to hone because they are hardened more but when one takes their time to hone the razors correctly, the edges are awesome.

That was the case here. Its a full hollow but the steel seemed harder to hone. I was worried I was overdoing it and stopped short. The first test shave wasn't good. But I went back to a 4k stone and up. Now its up and running smoothly.

They are some of if not the best razors to be found anyware the finish of the razors are something to be appreciated you cannot own enough of them, I know there are a few brands such as Iwasaki Tanfuji vintage Feathers and a few more that can command big prices but I'm still waiting for a general explosion of prices right across the board with the lesser known brands to be honest.

Originally Posted by celticcrusader

They are some of if not the best razors to be found anyware the finish of the razors are something to be appreciated you cannot own enough of them, I know there are a few brands such as Iwasaki Tanfuji vintage Feathers and a few more that can command big prices but I'm still waiting for a general explosion of prices right across the board with the lesser known brands to be honest.

Thankfully I have a few and won't find myself needing to chase that trend when/if it happens.

King Pelican

Nice score with that beautiful Pelican. They are a real treat to shave with. Yours looks pristine. Enjoy!