New Suzumasa

[Yamabushi]

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

Cheers,
Pete

[lz6]

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.

[Yamabushi]

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

[thebigspendur]

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.

[lz6]

Here is a couple of the older models as framebacks.

suzumasa straight razor from japannippon | eBay

[Yamabushi]

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

Cheers,
Pete

[gugi]

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

[ne0nblakk]

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...

[lz6]

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.

[lindyhop66]

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.