Anyone ever heard of a Real Deal Straight razor
Selling for $12..95 , must be a gold dollar or Pakistan razor
Any thoughts?
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Anyone ever heard of a Real Deal Straight razor
Selling for $12..95 , must be a gold dollar or Pakistan razor
Any thoughts?
Like the saying goes "You get what you pay for".
The reviews on the Duluth site are not exactly glowing.
there's a Duluth Trading Co by my house. I went once to check out this razor. I almost busted out laughing when I saw it. It's not good... I would guess it's some sort of ground out wedge from Pakistani steel from the looks of it.
What was more funny was the "strop" aka piece of suede leather and the crox bar that's the same thing I use for my workshop tools. Quite the setup.
Now, I'm not saying it won't shave, because I haven't tried. But if you're on this forum asking, I think you'll find that it is most assuredly not the "Real Deal"
Ask yourself how cheap can a straight be when the maker makes a profit and then the retailer makes a profit too. At 12.95 that doesn't leave much for the materials labor, overhead.
Thanks, I figured it’s probably just a
conversation piece. Yes I know you
hardly get these days what you pay for.
There is a stamp on the razor that says Master USA. However, the details on the web site say that the razor is imported. That is a red flag right there. Of course, it is possible the parts are made in Asia and assembly is in the USA.
Also it says 440 steel, which is stainless, but it does not say whether it is 440A, 440B, or 440C. 440C is often called surgical stainless as it is commonly used to produce scalpels.
Duluth Trading does sell Ogallala shave soap and cologne. I have the bay rum shave soap; it is not my favorite bay rum scent, but performance is OK.
They also sell an aluminum oxide strop paste, but
do not specify the particle size, so I am not sure how good it is.
They do carry some pretty good clothing items. Perhaps their "firehose" shirt could be converted into a fabric strop.
Oh! To the contrary! As it has always been...You DO get what you pay for!Quote:
Originally Posted by mwnc252
YMMV..
I tend to like Duluth Trading Company's stuff, so I was very disappointed to see that they are selling Master razors. I suppose a sternly worded letter is in order.
I bought a phone holster from them a short while ago that wasn't cheap but is well built and for the short time I have had it I have been happy with the quality.
I saw a razor shaped object in a display case but didn't even bother to ask them to open the display case to get a hands on review....
Armachillo underwear yes. Razors from DTC. NO! Tc
I'm Buck Naked.Quote:
Originally Posted by tcrideshd
I used to like Duluth more when they didn't have anything that wasn't of great quality in their stores. 5-10 years ago you could shop the catalog or walk into the store and know what you were buying was absolute quality for the price.
Now, unless you stick to the staples, it's kind of a gamble. That on top of raising their prices through the roof makes me not shop there anymore. That straight razor is a perfect example of why it's not my go-to anymore.
I tend to avoid mailing lists, but I'm on theirs. This is because I only buy their stuff when it is on sale. Those prices tend to be closer to reasonable.
I'm with the others who are disappointed with their having associated themselves with garbage like this. I used to order from them even though that meant dealing with UPS coming over the border which is generally a pain in the butt. It has been quite a while since my last order though. :(
It's the old story. You go into a gun store and in the corner they are selling apple pies and you kinda of know what to expect.
Hey Buck how are you?Quote:
Originally Posted by Utopian
Bob
I didnt need to know that! :gaah:Quote:
Originally Posted by Utopian
Hey it's cool to be Buck Naked,, Plus have on your Ball Room Jeans. Tc
I saw Hank Jr the first year he was voted Country Music Entertainer of the Year (he won that award 5 years in a row) and he closed his show with this tune. :tuQuote:
Originally Posted by Utopian
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-6Gvp1Xx9I
Around these parts we call that going commandoQuote:
Originally Posted by Gasman
I am a Duluth fan when it comes to drawers, firehose and denim pants, polar hoodies and heavy flannel.
Can't beat their flannel shirts and underwear...and fleece jackets. Beyond that, I have no experience, but would avoid a straight from them at all cost.
Just for Grins, A vintage blade;there was a "Duluth" razor, with an etched Lift bridge on the blade, made for a local hardware store. A very good quality razor, in my opinion.
~Richard
I suppose you are referring to Ariel Cutlery, Richard?Quote:
Originally Posted by Geezer
The Duluth Motor Bridge!
http://straightrazorpalace.com/razor...ml#post1056097
I'll admit, I have one of these "razors" floating around the house somewhere and it is, in fact, a RSO. In my defense, it was a gift from a well-meaning but ill-informed relative so it's one of those situations where you thank your loved one and silently hope that they never ask how well it shaves.
Diplomacy with the relatives can get a bit tricky in situations such as yours. However just be honest! Look them straight in the eye and say; 'It works great! I use it all the time'!Quote:
Originally Posted by GreenRipper
Just don't tell them that it's your go to letter opener. :w
Yeah, their firehose pants and lined work shirts are nice. As well as the ballroom jeans, but they are clothiers not razor makers........just sayin'
Hey, im in need of a cool letter opener. Or today it would really be a bill opener. Maybe i should look that place up. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by cudarunner
A Spanish point might work best for getting under the flap.:shrug:Quote:
Originally Posted by Gasman
keep job to your friends, bought American thirst..:)