Making a razor from scratch
step one : obtain suitable metal
step two : heat metal till red hot
step three: pound metal with hammer repeatedly (bonus points for grunting and wearing a helmet with wings)
step four: seek treatment for burns and smashed thumb
step 5: return to "forge" and look at your creation...
step 6: throw away "frankenrazor" in disgust and contact Robert Williams or Joe Chandler.
Step 7: justify purchase to other half.
Failing step 7, we move on to....
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Step 8: Set bedding on couch or tent in yard