Thread: upgrade to a 6/8 ?

Originally Posted by vespar72

thanks Jimmy, i actually read a thread regarding John Crowley and i really don't want to start anything here as that particular thread was extremely heated.
BUT, i'm still new to this SR shaving so i really do not want to get myself into a situation where my razor doesn't perfectly fit the scales etc
might just stick to new Dovos for the moment until i get a little more experience.

I think you can trust working with John. 'nuff said.

You have to take some chances and try different blade sizes, grinds, etc. You won't know until you try - and try them for a while before you draw conclusions. As your technique gets better, the way you feel about different razors changes. You have your whole life so enjoy.

Jordan

thanks Jordan, i just contacted John yest'day and asked him all the question regarding these Henckels.
i've gone for the 7/8 Henckels Friodur Round Point - black plastic.
he seems very nice to deal with and very quick to respond to my emails, which is great.
haven't read too much about this particular 7/8 Henckels but hopefully it'll be a good razor.
i want to get that Renaissance 6/8 as well, going to get that from Vintage, so it'll be a good mix with my Dovo 5/8 special and these 2 additions should give me a wider scope on what kind of razor i like.

Good deal. The Friodurs are a hefty, stiff shaver. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. If you don't, you can always sell it for close to what you paid. Try a 5/8 or 6/8 heavy blade - a half hollow or wedge. I have a 5/8 Hess wedge that's a blast. All the maneuverability with the heaviness of a bigger blade. They're fun.

Jordan

i was going to get the 7/8 but just as i was about to order the razor i took a last look at the other stuff and the same razor pooped into my radar but with a rosewood scale from Robert Williams.
the basic Henckels with the plastic scale is alright but the one with the nicer scale is much better BUT is reflected in the price.
now i'm tempted to get that razor.. should not have taken a second look, my mistake is going to cost me an extra $90

You can't go wrong spending the extra cash ... Robert puts out a great product. Look at the scales on this beast: http://straightrazorpalace.com/razor-clubs/28908-robert-williams-experience.html

They are SOLID, well built, well finished, well balanced, good looking scales that will last a lifetime if taken care of.

Go for the wood, you won't be sorry once you see them in person.

Steve

thanks Steve, the scales that are on the Henckels has very similar scales as your RW razor.
very nice indeed.
thing is though, if you're really going to have a RW scale and pay the extra premium on a Henckels , then i might as well go a little further and ask RW to make me a new razor.
i'm pretty sure that the RW razor would have a much much smoother shave than Henckels
i don't have either raozrs so i can't comment but just based on reviews alone

I do not know if you realize there's several months wait list for one of Robert's

And yes the Friodurs are fantastic, I've never tried RW, but the difference in shave quality can't be all that much. But, a unique hand made to order razor is very much different thing than a mass produced one, even if the later one has been spiffied up with a nicer set of scales.

yep, RW is a bit of a wait, i was only half serious about RW anyway, it's a lot of coin to part with even if it is for a very nice razor.
i was lurking around the web and came across nashville knife shop and they are selling newly made 5/8 Henckels.
not all that cheap at $150 and still with the synthetic handles.
may even think about those.