Thread: # 14

Originally Posted by RezDog

You've gone from going crazy on the big W&B to amassing 14's. The den must be looking pretty sharp. (pun intended)

LOL - yes, and the great amassing of #14 razors is done! Time to sit tight for awhile, and just look for that elusive W&B Ottoman...

Originally Posted by Phrank

LOL - yes, and the great amassing of #14 razors is done! Time to sit tight for awhile, and just look for that elusive W&B Ottoman...

Does it look like this one?

Originally Posted by Willisf

Does it look like this one?

That's the one...there's a guy on "the other" shaving forum who has one... that razor is gorgeous and completes me....

I found this pic..... I don't own it.....lol

New Screen saver or wall paper for the computer?



No drooling!

Originally Posted by Willisf

I found this pic..... I don't own it.....lol

New Screen saver or wall paper for the computer?



No drooling!

LOL - I knew that...I'm pretty sure I know who does though.

IF I was to ever find this razor...... I would buy it and send it to ya.

Ya never know what these antique stores in my neck of the woods have in em.....

@ Phrank: nice Palmera, congrats.

@ RobinK: interesting links.

Kindest regards, Jazor

Thanks to both Martin and Robin for the links, but I couldn't view the pics of any other #14 razors.
There is no doubt in my mind as to the origin of these blanks, but I had a good look at my Palmera today. My eyes are not the best , it appears to be a bellied hollow grind and wafer thin. If it was much more hollow ground, it would be border line on failing, it will flex 2mm on my thumbnail. Can't help but admire the craftsmanship of the old gents who made them. Would be great to see photos of others you have in your inventory Robin.

@ Grazor: checking the # 14's in my rotation I have to agree that most are bellied hollow of the finest craftsmanship.

This goes for various brands and I guess it is one of the reasons why for my taste they shave so well.

Keep the pics and info's coming!


Kindest regards, Jazor

Originally Posted by Grazor

Thanks to both Martin and Robin for the links, but I couldn't view the pics of any other #14 razors.
There is no doubt in my mind as to the origin of these blanks, but I had a good look at my Palmera today. My eyes are not the best , it appears to be a bellied hollow grind and wafer thin. If it was much more hollow ground, it would be border line on failing, it will flex 2mm on my thumbnail. Can't help but admire the craftsmanship of the old gents who made them. Would be great to see photos of others you have in your inventory Robin.

Of the three Palmera #14's I have, not one is a bellied hollow ground razor, if the pic attached is considered bellied. Mine each have an almost "microtome" type shape to the blade - strange.