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I'm looking for a new razor under $200 that is manufactured by a small business. So far, I've found Portland Razor and Jacob Ray that both have some pretty nice looking handmade razors. Who are some others I should look at? I know there are some that make amazing looking razors for $500+, but that's well out of my price range. Thanks!
Jerry stark maybe? I have not owned one but know several folks who highly regard his work and the price range on his razors should yield something that would work I believe.
Brian Brown Razors are about that range, some for more, occasional sales for less! I owned one, and it was very well done and shaved great. He is here on SRP as well Milemarker60 I think?
If his production line of razors are in that price range I would personally go for that over any of the others purely based on appearance. It's funny how subtle differences in a basic design will catch your eye but of all the brands mentioned above his catch my eye whereas the others I honestly am not a fan of.Quote:
Originally Posted by Magpie
You can get a razor that is made by a "small" shop for that price but if you are looking for "handmade: that is out of the question.
Under $200 is maybe enough to cover cost but with no labor.
I just looked up Brian Brown and they really look great. Any more I should look at? I recognize I'll be getting a production line razor and not anything really custom--I just want something kind of unique
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Fixed blade vs folding may open up a wider range of makers, if you are comfortable using a fixed. Just a thought.
Last time out he posted a sale, his 6/8 was under 200. And yes, they look WAY better than many of the others. Classic, yet sleek. and his fit and finish are above average in my opinion.Quote:
Originally Posted by silverloaf
Herr razors on eBay are just a bit over your price but I have one and really enjoy it. Also just received a PRC razor and its a great razor and in your price range.
Brian Brown 6/8 would be a good choice. Looks like a well made, functional razor. Reasonably priced.
Koraat series razors are within your budget, if you're from outside the EU and exclude VAT. The basic model qualifies even if you're not. Ulrik is also a member here and there's a koraat razor club. I don't have one (yet), so I can't attest to the quality first hand, but I just ordered a semi custom from him...
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I would say it depends on what you mean by "handmade"Quote:
Originally Posted by AZBronco
Some like myself offer a "production series" razor. It allows me to offer a razor at a lower starting point.
I grind it, HT it, scale it and hone it.... but there are other things ,like the basic shape and are set and can't be changed.
To me this is still a handmade razor.
Then there are custom razors, meaning within reason you get to pick all the options and the shape of the razor. That being said the price goes up on customs (as it should)
IMHO both are handmade items but both have very different price points (and options)... it depends on what you're looking for, as to "if" you can find a handmade razor for $200
Hope that makes since
What you describe is really what I was thinking. Maybe I should have called it semi-custom or artisan production series. I spent time on your website and watched some of your YouTube videos last night. Great looking razors and I found several great reviews--I may be ordering one soon!Quote:
Originally Posted by MileMarker60
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I'm down to two--Brian Brown and Jacob Ray. I'd probably spend a little more with Brian Brown, but I could stay under $250, which I'm fine with. I've read a lot of good reviews on his razors, the grind quality, etc. Jacob Ray also makes some nice production line razors, but it's harder to find reviews. Has anyone here had experience with Jacob Ray?
Thanks!
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After some PMs and discussions with some people, along with probably too much reading of reviews, I ended up deciding between Brian Brown, Portland Razor, and Ralf Aust. I'm amazed at some of the razors in the ~$200 price range--there was more to choose from than I expected. Ultimately, it was pretty much a coin toss between Brian Brown and Portland Razor because I wanted to stay American this time around. The coin landed on Brian Brown, and I went to his website this morning only to find he's temporarily stopped taking orders due to his backlog. So, I flipped the coin again and ordered a PRC Hydra (6/8, spanish point, black scales) and will now anxiously wait 4-6 weeks because PRC also has a backlog. I ordered their strop at the same time since $60 seemed like a good price for a 3" strop and I've only used a 2".
Once the razor arrives, I'll post pictures. I know myself, so I'll be in the market for another razor soon enough and will hopefully be able to add the Brian Brown razor.
looking forward to seeing both the razor and strop when you are able to post, congrats on the purchases :D