Prices for German razors have gone through the roof
Chaps,
As you may or may not know, I recently traded some razors with Paul, aka Sharp&Shiny. Part of the trade was a Dovo Bergischer Löwe (referred to by the barbarians as Begrisher Lowe, or worse).
Now then, I had a discussion with another member on #srp this morning. He is considering buying a Bergischer Löwe. A couple of observations I'd like to share with you:
- New razors are not immune from scale warping. The scales on my BL warped literally over night.
- While the BL is a great shaver (as are all new, i.e. younger than 3 years, Dovos I had the pleasure of trying), it does not knock me off my feet like this Herder (EUR 30 at an auction site) or this Sellers wedge (also from Paul). It's excellent, but not out of this world.
- Which brings me to the subject matter: prices. I knew the BL was pricey. But I checked current prices for the guy on #srp. And lo! prices in Germany have completely gone through the roof. Case in point: US price: $243.99. Equally reputable German dealer with good prices: 222.00 Euro aka $312.93.
Bottom line: If you really want any of these new razors, get them outside Germany while they are still relatively affordable. I am glad I have mine (not least because Paul honed it very well), but I would never buy one new, not at that price. Remember: Excellent vintage razors in excellent or mint condition can be had for 1/3 that price, and chances are they will shave even better.
Mind you, this post is not meant as a reason to discuss any specific vendor's prices.
dovo went up glad i bought 2 two weeks ago
Just purchased 2 dovo razors 2 weeks ago and the price went up 28 dollars for a perlex carbon razor. Hope that not going to continue at that rate :mace:
I should of bought 3:)