Takigawa Co. Earl (伯爵) 555, 6/8+ (GREAT!!!)

[gabrielcr78]

From every side I see this razors I see nothing but a high quality luxurious vintage shaver with a really well tempered steel.. It won’t be easiest razor on the hones, this will be on the side of HIGH Hardness temper, you will immediately feel it when honing, but man.. oh man what an awesome razor! It feels heavy and firm in the hand. The weight of the blade itself will do all the job, just relax and enjoy the shave.

The original bakelite glossy scales with the kanji “伯爵” Earl are tight and center perfectly. The tang is beautifully covered and it calls my attention that even with the weight of the covered tang instead of all solid tang, the weight and the balance of the razor is right in my favorite spot.

I guess I don’t really know how to describe it .. it’s really not seller speech.. the razor just feels great on the hand.. from the moment you open it.. it feels luxurious.. high tech.. oh well, I guess you will need to try it and then you will agree with me.. it’s an amazing razor.
It comes shave ready (for my taste; that means, my beard, skin, shaving technique etc…), but maybe some more stropping is required for your taste. Honed on progression of Naniwas up to 12k and finished in SG20K. After honed and tested, the razor has been cleaned, disinfected. Then it will be safely packed for the travel.

Shipping (to be covered by the buyer) to almost any country using EMS for expedite delivery (about 10 business days from shipping date to deliver at your country customs office) for only $15 to the US (ask me for other countries). Note: If you prefer, I can ship it for free without tracking number under buyer’s responsibility on F&F payments.

Will ship within 3 business days after payment. PayPal payment is expected within 24 hours after commit to buy the razor in this thread. Generally willing to hear reasonable offers. *Always happy to help grouping razors to reduce individual shipping costs!* . As with all Vintage razors, there could be defects in the blade or scales, but all my razors’ are checked clear of any pitting or nicks in the edge during honing, and scales are tight and close ok unless the contrary is specified.

Price: $120

[TCMichigander]

Hello Gabriel... Hope you are doing well.. I find it odd to myself that i have never owned a Japenese razor . Ive had razors from it seems like every country where their quality has recieved high praise.. Even a number that i had a short period and got rid of it.. I have no idea why because I could find a Japanese that would check every box on my preference chart without having.to look long. I will snatch one up at some point I have no doubt so until that happens i will enjoy what i do have... This is a beautiful razor Gabe and I hope for you and that buyer that doesnt even know its his yet i hope it happens soon... Take care!!!

[gabrielcr78]

I know, holidays were rough and tough with the wallet. ... this is a top notch Japanese.. really elegant and believe me, price is worth.. plus, it did not came cheap to my collection, but ... can't reduce much on this one, but here's a good help:
New price: $109

[ScottGoodman]

Very nice razor!

[gabrielcr78]

juuust a lil bump

[mlvallance]

juuust a lil bump

Morning Gabe, beautiful razor!! Just from my experience the Japanese razors have been great shavers, I have 7 or 8 of them. Try it and you'll like it as the saying goes...

Matt...

[gabrielcr78]

I must agree my friend, and this one is particularly nice.

[mlvallance]

I must agree my friend, and this one is particularly nice.

PM sent, you guys missed a good one....

[gabrielcr78]

PM sent, you guys missed a good one....

I must agree... a really good one


Razor is sold gentlemen!

thanks!