Thread: What make Dubl Ducks so good?

I have now purchased 2 Dubl Ducks (Dwarf, Goldedge) both have been super easy to hone and impart some of the best smooth shaves. I own other brands and so far these are one of the best ones for me.

They also seem to keep their edge a bit longer.

So what makes these razors so good?s

high quality control standards, exacting tolerances, excellent suppliers... most if not all were made under contract often by Puma and Dovo, IIRC.
and lots of good marketing.

Originally Posted by syslight

high quality control standards, exacting tolerances, excellent suppliers... most if not all were made under contract often by Puma and Dovo, IIRC.
and lots of good marketing.

That pretty much makes me want to go out and buy a puma!

Attention to detail.

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And don't forget those two cute ducks.

Mine fit my hands very well and were perfectly balanced. Can get very sharp and smooth, too. Easy on the eyes, if you are into corny celluloid scales

However, I can say the same for many other razors, and some of them much cheaper. Mind you, they weren't any cheaper when they were manufactured and sold in the past - they were the same cost as a new DD at the time, some of them even more expensive, depending on model. It's just that now Ducks are highly sought after. (I don't have a single Duck left - sold them all; I *may* later consider buying back some models just so that I have them)

Cheers
Ivo

Originally Posted by izlat

However, I can say the same for many other razors, and some of them much cheaper. Mind you, they weren't any cheaper when they were manufactured and sold in the past - they were the same cost as a new DD at the time, some of them even more expensive, depending on model.
Ivo

Ivo,
In the interest of fueling my RAD could you give me some examples of the brands you are referring to.

Similar to Dubl Duck quality but cheaper now (but may not have been in the past).

Good worksmanship and metal.
My Special No 1 is my favorite shaver.

Joseph Rodgers, Cadman(Bengall), Wade & Butcher, Taylors (Eye Witness), Wostenholm (IXL) , Dorko, Henckels, Puma, Dovo, Thier Issard, Fillarmonica and many many others that was made in Sheffield or in Solingen (but anyone has his personal preferencies)

I'm still partial to DD's but only have a few Dwarf's and a Styledge, both are light weight blades. While they shave very well I'm finding I like a heavier blade. My Gold Bug is about the right weight and shaves very well, as well as a few American made razors I have. DD's feel good, look good, and shave good. Hard to beat that kind of track record, and with the word of mouth out on these guys... $$$ will follow.