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My boyfriend previously owned & used a straight razor but lost it whilst deployed in Afghanistan. I'd love to get him a new one for Xmas but have no idea where to start. He has large hands/fingers, shaves everyday and has normal skin.
He loves German made items for their quality.
Price wise I'm willing to spend a decent amount to get a good quality one, but $250 - $300 is probably my limit for the whole set.
Can anyone give me advice on size, brand etc!
Thanks.
I would suggest looking at Straight Razor Designs. You can easily find a razor, brush, and strop within your budget(plus cream/soap, aftershave lotion or balm). They carry Dovo, Boker, and Aust razors, which are all German brands. SRD sells sets if that appeals to you. Feel free to ask if you have any questions.
Thanks for that!
Are you able suggest what size I should get him to suit his larger hand? I'm not really sure what all the numbers mean to be honest!
The sizes are referring to the blade width-edge to spine. 5/8 and 6/8 inches are the most common production sizes and should be fine for most people.
This is a link explains some razor basics
http://straightrazorpalace.com/srpwi...straight_razor
Do you happen to know what brand and model the lost razor was?
No I don't, trying to get details out of him without him getting suspicious!!
Thanks so much for your help. Ill check out that link!
Cheers!
Can you remember what it looked like?
Blade shape and so forth?
It was before I met him so no I don't. Ill try to do some more digging...!
If he is still in the military (assuming that is how he was deployed) he might enjoy a 5/8 Boker with brown canvas micarta scales. Readily available, of very high quality, possibly the most durable scales on the market, and would leave enough funds for some accessories while still remaining within your budget.
Thanks U2u!
He is still in the military & that looks like something he would really like.
Cheers!
You are a cool lady to buy him something like this. What ever you do make sure it is shave ready. Even new ones need to be properly honed.
Tell that boyfriend how fortunate he is to have such a thoughtful lady in his life! I believe others would second that, along with our appreciation for his service to our country.
He deserves it!
Somebody may have a extra razor laying around somewhereQuote:
Originally Posted by bcw
If I were to receive a gift like this nothing would make me happier than a Hart razor. You can find them on classicshaving.com they range from $280 to 300. personally I would want a mirror finish 7/8 square point. which would be $300. Now I imagine that you want this to be a special gift, in addition to this being an exceptional American made razor that comes shave ready it comes with a nice wood box and deer skin leather pouch. You can also order different types of scales for the razor later down the line for $25 to change it up and bring new life into the razor should he get sick of the original scales. It might be a hefty price tag, however it's a quality NEW razor he can cherish forever. I think this is really great of you. You have a lucky man.