Thread: Advice on next straight razor

I should only have such a problem!

As much as I've enjoyed and agree with previous posters -- in particular, Christian1 -- I have a different proposal:

Take your time to find and purchase a used ≧7/8 blade, with or without scales, and send it to one of the "razor whisperers" whose testimonials are legion on SRP (and/or elsewhere) for "rehab".

My 2-cents (which cost me a lot more). Thankfully, your budget is greater.

If your requirements are not set in stone, i say go for something really old like a Stub-tail, Old English, Cast Steel etc.. Good luck.

Ray, JOB might be on to something. If you've never shaved with the old Acier fondue ( cast steel ) razors, you'll be in for a treat.! For a vintage razor, that is.





Very comfortable on the skin, too.!

Hey, Peeps...sorry for the delayed response. Been busy lately.

Thanks for all your responses.

Looks like the list looks kinda like this (so far):


Wacker
Henckles
RigaRazor
Japanese
Swedish
Cast Razors

I have previously looked at some Japanese straights, but they were pretty costly...and I didn't find any in the 7/8" widths.

I am also pretty interested in the RigaRazor. But I cannot seem to find a link to his website to contact him. ANYONE HAVE A LINK?

A Swedish razor sounds interesting. But is there a certain manufacturers name who stands out? Someone who is well-known for super solid straights?

And lastly, the WACKER ART. No.1121 looks pretty incredible. I'm not too much into the gold etching junk. But the overall blade profile looks beautiful. And it meets all my requirements. (7/8", square point, black scales, etc...).

I'll attach a photo of the Wacker 1121 I am talking about, down below.

In closing, I am still keeping an eye out. But can you, PLEASE, attach links and be a bit more specific.

It is a bit difficult to do a good search, or find photo's of the straights y'all are mentioning, without having a better idea of exactly what you were talking about.

Thanks again!!!