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    Default Hess #42 Stainless Steel, Any good?

    I just acquired a Hess #42 Frozen Tempered Stainless Steel w/ Peal scales (I'm thinking Faux MOP?)

    Just wondering if there are other people who have used or own this blade and can tell me a bit more about it. As far as how it shaves, is it a low end or high end razor? Any other info appreciated!

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    Very High end razor,Enjoy
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    +1, Hess was first class stuff and the scales are probably imitation pearl. If they made any with the genuine pearl I haven't seen or heard of one.
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    Whom ever made the razors for Hess did a very good job and they are considered good quality razors. The scales I have commonly seen on them are the cracked ice type.

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    Hess are top of the line imo

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    I think Hess was made by Bresnick. I would like to know if I am wrong though, I am after all taking that out of my head, which is a confusing place to keep information.
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    I have three Hess 44's with the cracked ice scales and they are a very nice razor. One of my favorites to shave with. I never did any research on them, I just like'em. I'd be interested in any info. on them also...
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