Quote Originally Posted by CrabbyCakes View Post
Patriotism aside, if you received a Hart over say over a Ralf Aust would you be disappointed?
No I would not. But then again I am partial to a fine German made razor! But Hart; Bell and Hat; and Jerry Stark are great artisan razors. If you want a real nice American made razor that has a cult following and you can customize it with even chemical etching then look also to a PRC (Portland Razor Company) razor. You can choose the scales and even customize extended jimps along the top; double pin the razor; and so much more. Plus, I believe you would come still under $300 depending on what you do. They are 6/8 quarter grind razors that are beautiful. Go check their web site as an option too.

Good luck!