Thread: New Suzumasa

Anyone familiar with the new and currently produced Suzumasa razors as seen HERE that could comment on their quality or lack thereof?

Cheers,
Pete

That link was my first encounter with that straight razor Pete. I have no clue and do not know, although I would hope, they are Japanese made. And clearly on speculation I would assume if Japanese built is may be a good shaver.

From what I was able to find, vintage Suzumasa razors were/are good shavers. I just don't know about the modern ones. I think there is a connection to the old vintage Suzumasa's, but I don't know if the quality is till there.

Cheers,
Pete

The question is who makes them? The price is around $67.00. I don't know of any real quality razors at that price point.

Here is a couple of the older models as framebacks.

suzumasa straight razor from japannippon | eBay

HERE is a bit more information, but not particularly positive, indicates fit and finish issues. Hmmm...

Cheers,
Pete

Those new ones look pretty poorly made. I mean the grinding is rather amateurish.

Originally Posted by lz6

Here is a couple of the older models as framebacks.

suzumasa straight razor from japannippon | eBay

Whew, sign me up for that frameback. Man that guy has a ton of great razors...

Originally Posted by ne0nblakk

Whew, sign me up for that frameback. Man that guy has a ton of great razors...

He/they do have some beautiful straight razors. The prices are at the highest end of the market and beyond, imo. And lately I think a cautious buyer would ask the seller if the ad description is accurate as to that particular razor. I have purchased some beautiful razors from these folks.

I have a vintage Sazumasa and recently bought a new one. The scales almost look identical and are good quality. The grind and finish are good. I honed it on Naniwa with ease. The shave was great. In fact I like it better than my vintage one.