Dovo 41 stainless steel razor real MOP and Pearlex
I thought I'd post this here because I think it will reach the most members. I posted about receiving a Dovo 41 stainless steel razor elsewhere that I thought had real MOP scales. I got permission to quote the email from Dovo to clarify things regarding the scale material used on the Dovo 41.
Dear Bob
Thank you very much for your email and the photos.
Yes, in the past we indeed offered a No. 41 razor with genuine Mother of Pearl scales. They were not laminated, but two solid pieces of MOP. A few years ago, global warming caught up with us - the shells that products the MOP no longer grow large enough for our straight razor scales. So we were forced to discontinue them.
Best regards,
Anne Rothstein
DOVO/MERKUR
If you are looking for a unique Dovo or a razor with one piece MOP scales an older Dovo 41 should fit the bill.
Bob