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I'm looking to have a Maestro Livi razor created for me and I was interested in getting some suggestions on the available steels. I had my eye on the Takeda and Silvano steel but I don't know much about either. Maybe even the ATS34. Any advice? I know there are plenty of Livi owners out there.
Cheers
Michael
I have none of the above.
But if I had the budget, I'd buy the Takeda steel. :shrug: Personal preference.
ATS34 is stainless, just in case you didn't know. Some people love stainless, others don't, and the rest doesn't care either way. :)
I don't like stainless, but I love ATS34!!!
That Silvano is mighty nice. I got a 7/8 from Straight Razor Designs that shaves like a dream. They have one on their website now.
hmm... I'm currently considering one in Blue Tonge (inox) Damascus
I have a Livi Takeda and a Livi Silvano and both are exceptional shavers. They take and hold a superb edge and are truly beautiful to look at. Both provide a super smooth and comfortable shave. I think I like the Silvano a bit better, but would be hard pressed to explain why.
In my opinion, the most basic of the Livi regrinds far exceed any objective measure of what constitutes a great razor. The custom Livis are even better, plus they give you the satisfaction of owning and using a truly unique handcrafted item. So, given that part of the appeal of these razors is somewhat subjective, I am most drawn to the ones with the greatest eye appeal and that difficult to define "cool" factor. That means that I would recommend the Takeda or Silvano over the standard Damascus and the Damascus over the ATS 34. As always, YMMV.
It's a great dilemna to have isn't it?
The Rose Damascus that Mastro Livi does is actually a combination of ATS34 and 440 steels folded. The lighter bands are ATS34 and the darker bands are 440. I have to say it makes for a superb sahve and the edge seems to keep forever!
I got a big kick out of the DVD watching the Mastro forge and shape the blade. The guy is amazing.