Using the word "factory" to describe a razor manufacturer my give a false impression of the scale of the operation itself. I think by now most here would realize that razor makers produce a product not on the same scale of mass production as Ford uses to produce cars but both operate factories.

I only have had 1 brand new razor and found that I could shave with the edge as supplied direct from the maker. That edge, even though I could shave with it, was a bit lacking. It gave a shave that was not quite as comfortable and smooth as I would have liked. So I would consider it shave able but not quite shave ready to my satisfaction. I do not think it has anything to do with being a connoisseur wanting a smooth and comfortable shave. I am not that fussy about ultimate sharpness, just sharp enough will do, but the edge has to be give a smooth comfortable shave.

Bob