Thread: Interested in thiers issard 6/8 bison but have questions to those who own it

No offense, so don't take any, but being new , it's kinda hard for you to know what a razors fit and finish should be. Myself I personally don't like wood scales , but if you were to buy a Livi razor with Olive wood scales, that's just how they finish out. And it would be hard to find a lot of fault in his razors. I,m not saying you didn't get a less than perfect razor just please remember your reference. The edge is what matters the rest is window dressing. If it came with a bad grind or cracked scales or any number of defects, razors are not perfect by any means, most are ground by hand, which means little imperfections. Even a 1500 dollar Zowada can have them. Try your RA and chances are it's a great razor. Being disappointed I can't help you with that, your expectations might not suit the way your wanting to learn how to shave. If I,m wrong , ok ,, I just thought that YMMV! So how about pictures of the offending razor, and did you return it? Tc

If you want to be completely sure of acquiring a great razor, call Brian Brown about one of his BRW razors. You cannot go wrong

Originally Posted by Phoenix51

If you want to be completely sure of acquiring a great razor, call Brian Brown about one of his BRW razors. You cannot go wrong

Good idea, I can't complain about mine! Fit and finish of his razors along with a very slick grind , makes a fine razor. And if your looking for small even bevels that's what you get with BB. TC

+1 on what Prodigy commented. I spent big $$$ on a TI several years ago and as others have already commented on, the bevel was a bit wonky. Once that was fixed it's an OK razor. I was disappointed with the scales when I first received it. However that being said it is in my weekly rotation but I would never buy another one. One of these days I would like to buy a RA. If I may politely suggest as others have done, there are lots of great razors in the classified section and it might be a great place to start. At least you know the blade is coming from a forum member. Be careful and cautious when going to the Bay.
Here is a really good thread to read through as an EBay cautionary posted by Joed.

http://straightrazorpalace.com/aucti...bay-101-a.html

A lot of subjectivity in selecting a razor. I would also suggest at the least a 6/8" blade. When I was first started I found that it was the best width for me to learn with. Also, Dovo makes some very fine razors at a very reasonable price. In fact my first straight was a Dovo Inox SS and it is one of my favorite blades. Kinda plain, but it shaves awesome. Good luck and don't be discouraged. Every shave is an opportunity to learn.

Just a thought here...

The width and evenness of the bevel are purely cosmetic. They don't affect the shave at all. But, it is a symptom of less than ideal workmanship, and a willingness to overlook it on the corporate level. But, if T-I continues to sell razors at premium prices with all their faults, where is the incentive to change?

I've got one modern T-I that is perfect in every way... But, I will not tempt fate and try for another!

I spent the $400 on a 6/8ths Sparticus and after 2 years a finally got it beat. I reworked it 3 times.
I also bought the Bison 6/8ths on a misprint add 2 years ago for a $100. So I have the razor your looking at.
The scales are clear amber plastic with streaking. The blade is shorter and the French didnt give me 3/4 inch of width.
Hard steel. Its Etch not stamp so over time its gone.
That said . If you get it and tame it . It will be a solid shaver for life. TI's arent junk at all. Quality materials increase price and Quality control with regards to spines and bevels have been a problem
Now thats its dialed in and I went to school on this blade I have to keep it.
Look at my join date and my first pictures. Dates prove I did what you are thinking about.
just saying

Well you found a solid dealer that will stand behind the product. Good job. No it wont hurt a strop. No its not to pointy. Well yes to all your questions. See ,, well first welcome.
Depending on what you havent learned yet is that anything is possible when your new. Because I did it.
You should look for a mentor First.
2) Go to the library, and the search box at the top of this page.
3)Go to the main page and look for meets and get togethers.
People here will guide you. Watch the videos and listen to the sounds and watch the pressure of the mans hands, and his tension or lack there of.
I cant say for sure. I believe if you buy from SRD they offer one free honing. double check me to be sure. Lets start there and we the folks here will work with you to find what you like, and what likes your face. Sound reasonable? Good razor

Nice choice. What a beauty.

I have owned quite a few TI razors over the years & I never had one pass through my hands that didn't have any quality issues.
They were all great shavers when they were dialed in
but I moved them all along as I found razors that were a better fit for me.
If you aren't worried about manufacturer faults ,sorry character then go for it.
My own opinion is that Thiers should make the effort to craft their razors better.
Cheers Paul

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