Thread: J.A. Henckells question

I have quite a few Henckels both in carbon and stainless steel. Some of the Friodurs are more difficult than others for sure. I have no idea why. I do really like my NOS 250 as well. I agree that the dropping of their straight razor lines is sad. They sat on top for a really long time.

My Friodur is still one of my favorites. It doesn't get as much use in the rotation though.

Well here is the update.

I lightly honed the chip out of the blade with a 600 grit diamond hone. just followed the existing radius and now you can't tell it was ever there. Getting a shave ready edge on the Friodur was as many of you mentioned, time consuming. I set the bevel with the 4k side of my Norton and finished it on 8K. Took about 3.5 hrs but she shaves like a dream. Now I know what many of you are saying. Should have set the bevel on a 1K. Your right, but I don't yet have one. It took a little longer but the good old Norton 4K/8k combo came through for me again.

I must say that this is an exquisite blade. I really like the heft of it and the quality is obvious. It Just mows down the stubble.

Thank you all for your suggestions.

Originally Posted by scag315

My Friodur is still one of my favorites. It doesn't get as much use in the rotation though.

Can you give me any background information on this blade. I just purchased one off of ebay, although not as nearly in good of condition, and I would like to know about when it was made. Any other information you might have would be great as well.

Thanks

Here is a reference chart to the changes in their logo over time. It will give you a very general timeline

nice chart Shaun, thanks for sharing

I'd like to take more credit but I got it when someone else posted it. Being a Henckels buff I couldn't help but save it.

The grinders at Henckels surely were excellent. Esp in the old days.