Interesting razor... 6/8 Wacker 70 Year Jubilee Round Point "Black Edition"

Hi, I found a razor online, 6/8 Wacker 70 Year Jubilee Round Point "Black Edition" Im not planning on buying it as have committed to another razor, but am wondering what everybody's thoughts are on it? Being black, would it be a nightmare to sharpen or maintain? Also, is Wacker a decent razor? Ive read some posts about the older ones, what do you think about this newer model?

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Originally Posted by AndrewJM

Hi, I found a razor online, 6/8 Wacker 70 Year Jubilee Round Point "Black Edition" Im not planning on buying it as have committed to another razor, but am wondering what everybody's thoughts are on it? Being black, would it be a nightmare to sharpen or maintain? Also, is Wacker a decent razor? Ive read some posts about the older ones, what do you think about this newer model?

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I don't like how this one looks but wackers in general are amongst the best razors I have ever used!

Be tapering that spine for sure
I think Wacker are a good brand from what I read here
Don't mind the blade not sure on the scales but but acrylic

I had the same thought about the scales... but I guess if someone bought one, scales could be swapped and the original ones put in storage. I really like the black finish. Is something like this likely to become a collectors item in one's lifetime?

Their 70 year Jubilee was in 2011 and these were made to commemorate that. I bought their Chevalier model which was also, I believe, introduced in that year and it's a very good quality razor.

Not my cup of tea, but they are a reputable brand, so if it floats your boat...

Thanks Rezdog, Any other thoughts on a razor for an Aussie wanting something from his homeland?