Thread: PRC Siren 6/8" Round in Ivory

PRC Razors seem to be getting lots of love these days so, I figured I share mine as well.

This is their "entry level" model so to speak, currently priced at $120.00 USD. The Siren is a 6/8" round point, 1/4" ground blade in a limited selection of scales. I chose the imitation Ivory (some sort of polymer). I added an engraving on the spine but other than that, this is their bone stock, entry level razor.



It came nicely packaged in a carboard box, with the felt sleve and little leather key chain bearing their logo.
For the price, mighty nice!

I purchased the Siren, because I happen to prefer a 6/8" Round point, and it didn't hurt that is was cheaper than the other models.
It took 3 months to arrive, but well worth the wait.
I now have 3 shaves in with the razor, and I'm quite happy with it's performance. It came beautifully honed and it performs excellent.
Some folks like the look, other don't. I fall into the first catagory. It isn't my prettiest razor, but I like it and it shaves every bit as good or better than any other razor I currently own. The scales are a little chunky for me. If I could change anything it would be to have a wedge instead of a block.

So in summary: Great shaver for a great price and worth the wait.
I will probably order a companion in black soon.

Very nice, and thanks for sharing! Can you explain what you mean re wedge vs block? Also curious, do you remember what your order number was? I just ordered one and it was 0301. Enjoy that Siren!

Yes, the bit between the scales at the rear pin is square instead of wedge shaped (tapered). So, this gives the scales a chunkier feel. At least to me.

Invoice #00195, ordered Feb 19th, 2015.

Here is a picture comparing it to a TI razor. Notice the thickness of the PRC scales vs TI?
Not a big deal, but I discovered I have a prefference .

Very nice razor, especially at that price point for a 6/8! I am trying to decide which model order, leaning towards the Spanish point. Thanks for sharing!

Originally Posted by stove

Here is a picture comparing it to a TI razor. Notice the thickness of the PRC scales vs TI?

The PRC uses a 'Spacer' and the TI a 'Tapered wedge'. A spacer will cause the scales to bend inwards when opening a razor and a tapered wedge naturally bends the scales outwards. A tapered wedge is the only way to go.

Stated much better Max, thanks!

Originally Posted by Maximilian

The PRC uses a 'Spacer' and the TI a 'Tapered wedge'. A spacer will cause the scales to bend inwards when opening a razor and a tapered wedge naturally bends the scales outwards. A tapered wedge is the only way to go.

I have examined my Hydra when the wedge v. spacer debate started in the other thread. My scales do not flex in either direction during opening or closing.

OK folks, I'm headed now to open and close all my razors and observe them carefully.

Originally Posted by Haroldg48

OK folks, I'm headed now to open and close all my razors and observe them carefully.

We look forward to a full report