Thread: Trying an American straight

Today was my first shave with vintage American steel. Got this 6/8 H. M. Christensen from Obie who told me it had a great edge and he wasn't kidding.

It feels lighter than my Aust 6/8 but was a little easier for me to use. It surprised me with a very smooth and close shave.

American razors take a great edge alright, and that is a nice looking one. Seems you won't be running out of shave soap for a while either.

Grazor,

Before the holidays, I actually used half of that brick to enable a few guys who've used nothing but cartridges all their lives. We got together last night for dinner and they have taken the initiative to explore blade samplers, brushes and Fat Boys. That was such a pleasant surprise.

I have two in the Den from my Grandfather the Italian Barber- via Dad -
Another I picked up and cleaned/honed is with my Brother as part of the set I gave Him to get started.
Great shavers that deserve a spot in any Shave Den...

Nice razor, got a couple of them myself, one is the twin to yours, great shavers. Also have a couple Torrey's, one was NOS with case & paperwork, a J. Wiss & Sons, Genco Expert & a Genco Easy Aces, all great shaving razors.

You would be surprised just how good American razors are. What is really surprising is you can still pick up some good old American (quality) made razors at not too expensive prices compare to some Sheffield and German made razors.

Interesting razor. The name suggests that the maker is a Danish immigrant. Can anyone share a light on this?

Originally Posted by Kristian

Interesting razor. The name suggests that the maker is a Danish immigrant. Can anyone share a light on this?

All I know is that the razor carries a Massachusetts stamp. perhaps one of the more knowledgeable guys here can say more about this brand.

Originally Posted by DoughBoy68

Nice razor, got a couple of them myself, one is the twin to yours, great shavers. Also have a couple Torrey's, one was NOS with case & paperwork, a J. Wiss & Sons, Genco Expert & a Genco Easy Aces, all great shaving razors.

DoughBoy,

I kept hearing good things about Torrey so I sought one out and found a 6/8 in very good shape. I acquired it before Christmas but I told the seller to ship after the New Year instead. It should get to me in a couple of weeks.

Originally Posted by KarloT

All I know is that the razor carries a Massachusetts stamp. perhaps one of the more knowledgeable guys here can say more about this brand.

Some information on this thread: http://straightrazorpalace.com/razor...ristensen.html

http://straightrazorpalace.com/misce...ow-what-2.html

FWIW - my face can't tell the diff. between the feel of a Soligen blade or a US blade. 'Both quite satisfying.