Thread: ShaveSmith Kamisori

This is a custom made Kamisori razor made by ShaveSmith. I bought it about a year and a half ago with the intention of learning to shave with a straight razor, however I soon realized that straight shaving just isn't for me. So I'm going to part with it, and hopefully recoup some of the money I put into it.

The blade is forged in his san-mai pattern with layered Japanese Blue steel. You can see these layers in the lines on the blade that run parallel with the spine. The finish is his proprietary yurei-zu finish. It can appear dull from certain angles, but as soon as this finish catches the light it is really gorgeous. The blade is in decent shape, though I believe it could use a honing. ShaveSmith will do this for free (he really stands by his blades). It is a traditional western wedge grind. I tried to get a photo of the condition of the edge - if you need greater detail let me know and I'll try to get it for you.

This is a great blade, and I think one of you would really enjoy it. I used it a few times, and I found that I just prefer my safety razor.

This razor also include a homemade walnut stand that I made for it (nothing fancy), and the strop I ordered with the blade. The strop has a few nicks and scuffs in it, but is otherwise in good shape.

I paid over $400 for this blade, but I think I'll ask $300 since it is used, and needs a honing. But make me an offer!

Thanks for your interest!

The third photo makes the razor look like it is not straight. Is that real or an optical effect?

I was seeing that too. Thanks for asking about it. Now i know it wasnt just me.

Hi . This is actually the shape of the razor. The blade is very straight, obviously. But the handle drifts slightly to the left when viewed from the spine.

I hadn't considered that it might look like an optical effect - so thanks for getting that question asked!

that razor is crooked,, probably when he quenched it,, it really looks like the grind is off and not finished,,, is that the way he sells them? i don't believe ive ever seen one done that way ,,, but hey to each his own, i never heard of him Tc

I just held it up to a straight edge, and the blade is actually spot on. I can't speak to how the handle itself developed the curve, but I can definitely guarantee it only starts after the blade ends. I can't speak to the grind itself as my experience with straight razors is too limited, but it definitely does need a rehoning.

I was under the impression he was more well-known, but like I said I'm not very informed about the hobby . Here's a link to his site - he was a great guy to work with, and he really stands by his work:https://shavesmith.com/

I am open to offers if anyone would like to give it a try, but isn't entirely comfortable with the price. All I can say is no .

I will offer to re-hone it for free for an opportunity to give it a try.

You Sir, are a glutton for punishment, Sir!

Huh, so if you like it you'll buy it, but if you don't you'll rehone it at no charge to me? If that's what you mean then I could go for that .