Thread: Custom razors

Wow, sounds like quite a razor. I do not have any much experience with razors so I guess I would not know what I want yet. Seems like it might be more practical to put up the extra doe and get a razor that will suit you forever instead of buying ebay specials all of the time. IN due time I guess

Found the link. This one is the one I was talking about.

Hammered diamond spine inspired by the TI Pierre Thiers LE
Tip shape from a Puma #38
Curvature by Wostenholm
Grind from a Waterville
Hammered shank inspired by a Robeson Shuredge
Jimping from a different Waterville
Thumb notch from a Heljstrand
Thinned shank from an Joh. Engstrom
Scales inspired by a Morely

Originally Posted by mparker762

Found the link. This one is the one I was talking about.

Hammered diamond spine inspired by the TI Pierre Thiers LE
Tip shape from a Puma #38
Curvature by Wostenholm
Grind from a Waterville
Hammered shank inspired by a Robeson Shuredge
Jimping from a different Waterville
Thumb notch from a Heljstrand
Thinned shank from an Joh. Engstrom
Scales inspired by a Morely

That's very close to what I'm hoping to have made one of these days. Nice.

I agree with syslight! i started shaving with a straight 4 months ago and my first real razor was a 5/8 Kinfolks Blue Steel Special from Lynn. I stated in the beginning i didn't like any blade bigger than 5/8, now after trying over 30 razors i really like the heft and size of the 6/8 and up blades so now im saving for a custom. So for the new guys you wont no what you really like until you've experienced just about every size, shape of razor out there!

I have experienced a few, TI half hollow Sheffield in a 6/8 5/8 wapienica/ 9/16 wapieica, Dovo 5/8 quality full hollow, W&B 7/8 wedge, and A Sheffield damascus. I have to say that I prefer the larger and heavier razors so far. My favorite being the W&B.

I starting to go back to lighter & smaller blades ie wapinica & dovo prima klang but ive still got the others taylors eye witness 3/4 wedge &maestro 7/8 ect for when i feel the need

I own a bunch of Maestro razors and love shaving with every one of them. Not only are they superb shavers, but they have an artistic quality beyond compare. Every one is just beautiful. The Maestro has set the standard for custom razors and continues to do so. Actually his re-grinds are outstanding shavers and a little less money as well. I also own a Zowada, a Williams and a Chandler razor and all of these are nice razors. There are a variety of other razors out there that really are superior shavers too and I enjoy them in my collection as they are different and more traditional, but at the end of the day it's the Maestro Razors and Customs that I leave out and try to shave with every chance I get. Everybody has their own opinion, but a top notch piece of art that is a top notch shave is just the ticket. Some folks like driving VW's and that is fine as is driving a nice top of the line Lexus or even a nice Bentley if that is what YOU LIKE.

Have fun.

Lynn

Originally Posted by adjustme69

I own a bunch of Maestro razors and love shaving with every one of them. Not only are they superb shavers, but they have an artistic quality beyond compare. Every one is just beautiful. The Maestro has set the standard for custom razors and continues to do so. Actually his re-grinds are outstanding shavers and a little less money as well. I also own a Williams and a Chandler razor and both of these are nice razors. There are a variety of other razors out there that really are superior shavers and I enjoy them in my collection as they are different and more traditional, but at the end of the day it's the Maestro Razors and Customs that I leave out and try to shave with every chance I get.

Lynn

Agreed, maybe some is the looks but my customs are my absolute favorite shavers.

Originally Posted by Lynn

I own a bunch of Maestro razors and love shaving with every one of them. Not only are they superb shavers, but they have an artistic quality beyond compare. Every one is just beautiful. The Maestro has set the standard for custom razors and continues to do so. Actually his re-grinds are outstanding shavers and a little less money as well. I also own a Zowada, a Williams and a Chandler razor and all of these are nice razors. There are a variety of other razors out there that really are superior shavers too and I enjoy them in my collection as they are different and more traditional, but at the end of the day it's the Maestro Razors and Customs that I leave out and try to shave with every chance I get. Everybody has their own opinion, but a top notch piece of art that is a top notch shave is just the ticket. Some folks like driving VW's and that is fine as is driving a nice top of the line Lexus or even a nice Bentley if that is what YOU LIKE.

Have fun.

Lynn

AMEN BROTHER! Love my Livi's and if you can afford the luxury, your face will thank you.

I have to agree with Lynn. I own 3 Livi's and really appreciate his quality, and artistic approach but the shave is exceptional. I have owned most of the manufactured current razors and older razors. When I want to really feel like shaving is pampering myself, I take out my favorite sandalwood cream, badger brush and reach for my Custom Livi. This one I am posting has no equal, so far. I have another Damascus Livi ordered so that may move to the top. Buy razors and don't leave your estate to them IRS!