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hello all,
I'm new to the forum. I've acquired a razor that used to be my great grandpa's. I'm getting ready to dive into cleaning it up and renewing it's edge, so that I can shave with it. Could any of you tell me more about this blade? Pictures attached. And, thanks!
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I am not an expert so my info may not be exact. It is a square point with what looks like an almost straight back. Looks like the blade only measures about 4/8" and has been sharpened quite a bit. Putting that aside I think after some cleanup and honeing it should be great. Good luck.
Is it a good quality blade? I know nothing about the company...
Berkshire was a brand name used by the Simmons Hardware Co., of St. Louis, in the late 1930s. Simmons sold quality merchandise so the steel in your razor should give you good service. Unless you are experienced at putting an edge on a straight razor, I would suggest that, after you get it shined up, you send it to one of the honemeisters who inhabit this forum for a professional sharpening. Good luck!
Regards - Walt
So who are these honemeisters? And how much do they charge?
Since you are new here have you looked to see who in your area are functioning as mentors. Most of the mentors are more than willing to do a one on one sessions with you till you feel truly competent to operate on your own and often will hone that razor for you for the experience and teaching opportunity .
If you change your info square on the left side to show where you are at a mentor may even get in contact with you.
You should take the time to get acquainted with the various areas of the forum, especially the workshop if you intend to restore your razor. There is a lot of good advice here for first timers. There is a sticky with a lot of good articles to help you get started. Also, there a a number of members who offer honing services in the classifieds.Quote:
Originally Posted by delopez
Regards - Walt
Thank you for that.
Can't ATM because I'm using tap talk, but will soon. I live in St Joseph, Mo. Northwestern Missouri. I will try to figure out who the mentors are in my area.Quote:
Originally Posted by Razorfeld
I've updated my information to include my location. If there are any members in the area that provide what was above discussed, let me know. Aside from learning the technique, I usually enjoy the company and meeting new people.
Check on the location of SRD, where Lynn is. I'm not familiar with the geography of MO. If you are close enough to SRD for a short drive you may have hit the mother lode of info. Lynn is the founding father of SRP and certainly would know what mentors might be near enough to you to contact. And don't forget, ask, ask and ask.
Here is a thread concerning the mid-Missouri "meet and greet" members from your area held earlier this year. You could look through and see which members may be in your area and PM them to find out more.
Regards - Walt
I'm in the northwest corner and he's on the southeast, in the boot. I have sent him a message, but I have had no reply yet.
I'm not for sure where old blades is at, but I sent him a PM as well. I'm hoping to find someone.
Sent a pm back but I am half way between u & Lynn.
Getting closer but still a ways off.
Like we say in MO "you can't get there from here" there are no straight roads.
V/R
Tim
That's no kidding. Every time that I go to a new trout stream, I feel like I get farther and farther from civilization.
