Wacker, My Sweet

Gentlemen,

My new 6/8" Heribert Wacker "Antik" with Spanish Point and buffalo horn scales arrived. Today I shaved with it. We're already in love.

My small straight razor collection includes three Thiers-Issards, two Dovos, one Boker and now one Wacker. I also own a Feather AC and a Monsieur Charles, both straights with replaceable blades.

After the Thiers-Issards, all of which came with minor flaws (although one with enough flaws that I had to return it for a replacement) I am extra careful in examining a new razor — within my capabilities as a straight razor pilgrim.

My Wacker is sweet in every way, from the shave to looks and workmanship. And that full hollow carbon steel blade sings coloratura soprano.

(I am not sure whether I am allowed to mention the vendor. If not, RSP moderators, please feel free to delete it.)

I bought the razor from John Crowley at the Shaving Shop. John is a gentleman and I like his service.

It's a good day.

Regards,

Obie

Glad to hear you like your Wacker and the shave it gives you. I also have one and find the shave to be very comfortable. It is a quality razor that delivers big on the shave.

I've been drooling over this razor for quite sometime, after reading your post I might have to start saving up for it!

I've two Wacker razors and they're sharp and smooth.
But bear in mind, they are made of very hard steel.
They looove diamond paste as a finisher!

yes - Wacker steel is hard but I hope this does not deter people as they are nice shavers. I want to get the 1/4 hollow spanish point but he Mr Wacker does not want the pair split so I need to save the funds to buy both 1/4 hollows - oh the things we must do :)

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Originally Posted by 44Whiskas

yes - Wacker steel is hard but I hope this does not deter people as they are nice shavers. I want to get the 1/4 hollow spanish point but he Mr Wacker does not want the pair split so I need to save the funds to buy both 1/4 hollows - oh the things we must do :)

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Then why does he list the prices separately?

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Originally Posted by JimR

Then why does he list the prices separately?

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I think I just pee'd my pants - 2 months ago, you had to buy the pair.

once the CC cycles to the new bill period - I forsee one on it's way east :)

Thanks - had not checked in a bit.

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I think I just pee'd my pants - 2 months ago, you had to buy the pair.

once the CC cycles to the new bill period - I forsee one on it's way east :)

Thanks - had not checked in a bit.

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;) all in a day's work as...THE ENABLER!!!!!

glad to hear all the good reviews about the wacker, i ordered one of the 1/4 hollow french point last week ,cant wait!!!!!!!!!!

make that a spanish point:aargh:

I was talking to John just a few days ago. Herr Wacker finally gave in and let him split the sets. The round point silver steel 6/8 wedge is unbelievable. I got the wedge and Spanish point 1/4 hollow set a few months ago. Wonderful set of razors and among my favorites. The wedge is out of this world. I have around 5 various Wacker razors and they all shave wonderfully. I beleave he said he only had 4 or 5 of each so they may not last long

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Originally Posted by cannonfodder

I was talking to John just a few days ago. Herr Wacker finally gave in and let him split the sets. The round point silver steel 6/8 wedge is unbelievable. I got the wedge and Spanish point 1/4 hollow set a few months ago. Wonderful set of razors and among my favorites. The wedge is out of this world. I have around 5 various Wacker razors and they all shave wonderfully. I beleave he said he only had 4 or 5 of each so they may not last long

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Hmmmm...I'm opretty sure these razors have been available individually on Wacker's site for at least two months...It was back in July that I was considering buying one of these. I remember the price from then.

The wedge is unbelievable, but I love all my wackers...got 3 of em.

Hi Obie,

Any chance of some pictures? I'd love to see it and the rest of your collection..! I'm on the lookout for the next purchase and I need some ideas..!

Best,

Stuart

Wackers are great. More pictures here.

Hallo,

my Name is Kretzsche (Uwe) from Germany. I am Mod from "good shaving forum" (www. gut-rasiert.de/forum) In 2008 and 2009 we had a limited edition from Wacker razors. Here are pics from the 09er Edition: GRF-Forumsmesser 2009

cu Uwe

My dear Stuart,

With only seven straight razors (plus two with replaceable blades in addition to three DE's), my collection is miniature compared to the museums some of our colleagues on the SRP site have. As for photos, the last time I tried to upload a photo of my converted pipe rack into a razor stand, even after all the instructions from the SRP experts, I almost blew up my computer.

I am working on my second novel. The thought of blowing this computing machine thingie and my novel along with it freaked me out and I stopped my adventure with uploading, unloading, or whatever . . .

Here is what I have:
Thiers-Issard Flying Tudor Rose 5/8" Snakewood scales.
Thiers-Issard 5/8" with black horn scales
Thiers-Issard 5/8" with Kingwood scales
All three can be viewed on the Classicshaving.com site.

Dovo 6/8" Renaissance
Boker 5/8" Edelweise
Both are on the SRD site.

Dovo 5/8" with Pearlex scales
At Vintageblades.com

Wacker 6/8" "Antik" with blond bones scales
On the Shavingingshop site.

It's not a presidential collection, but it serves me well. Although I have remained at age 27 for several decades now, had I been 26, perhaps I would have created my own straight razor museum.

Stay well. You live in London, one of my most favorite cities in the world. I have walked its streets many times. What a glorious city. A long time ago, I even stumbled into the Taylor of Old Bond Street shop on, I believe, Jermyn Street — and went nuts.

Regards,

Obie

Hi Obie,

I can understand the concern there..! I am always keen to see other peoples collections, as much out of curiosity as enabling my own aquisition disorder!

That is a beautiful collection of razors you have! I am slowly building my collection up at the moment. I have a DOVO Black Star and a Bismarck and I am looking to get a Thiers Issard or Wacker next. I have also heard good things about the Boker Edelweisse. Ah, too many razors and not enough money! :D

Thank you for the kind wishes! I do live in London and I very much enjoy the hustle and bustle we have. There does seem to be something for everyone here, from the theatres in the West End, to SoHo and the music venues in Camden.

I know Jermyn Street very well, I live not far away. Trumpers is also based there and they do a fantastic collection of soaps and creams as well as razors and strops. They also have a fantastic barbers downstairs which I cannot recommend highly enough! Taylors of Old Bond Street is another favourite shop of mine, though I am yet to try their soaps. There is also Rowleys Restaurant on the same street and they do a fantastic steak and a good bottle of red wine. When you are next over in London please drop me a line as my door is always open and you are most welcome.

All the best,

Stuart

My dear Stuart,

Thank you for the invitation when I next visit London. You never know when that will be — but you never know. I will definitely inform you. I can foresee a good conversation over coffee at Nero's. I've had many a coffee at Nero coffee shops while resting my weary bones after all day of walking. I assume those coffee shops are still there.

Stay well.

Regards,

Obie

If you are looking for one, there is one listed on eBay, 7/8 barber notch Rasiermesser. Heck of a nice razor. I may toss in a bid for it but I have a Chandler in the pipe so I have to watch the coin.

7/8 Wacker Rasiermesser "Old Sheffield" Straight Razor - eBay (item 220488787038 end time Oct-08-09 17:31:07 PDT)

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If you are looking for one, there is one listed on eBay, 7/8 barber notch Rasiermesser. Heck of a nice razor. I may toss in a bid for it but I have a Chandler in the pipe so I have to watch the coin.

7/8 Wacker Rasiermesser "Old Sheffield" Straight Razor - eBay (item 220488787038 end time Oct-08-09 17:31:07 PDT)

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wonder if this person is associated with shavingshop - otherwise - he has some explaining to do with using the shavingshop picture and text.

Since the location is Ft. Worth TX, I assume it is listed by Shavingshop. Don just had a Livi listed as well.

yeah - I saw the location - I guess I have not heard of anyone else except for Mr. Crowley.

andy

How does the 1/4 grind wacker compare to the wacker wedge?

Yep, I've got one of those 6/8 full hollow Wackers, and it shaves like a dream!

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Originally Posted by huntmol

Yep, I've got one of those 6/8 full hollow Wackers, and it shaves like a dream!

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Do you mean the 1/4 grind?

How can you tell on the site which sells Wackers what grind it is? Is this just something one has to ask when buying?

They are all full Hollow except the ones noted as not. (Only 2, 1wedge and 1 1/4 grind)

Hope this helps.

Gentlemen,

I bought my Wacker 6/8" Spanish point "Antik" from John Crowley at Shavingshop.com.

I found the site rich with Wackers and the service impeccable. If you drop John a note, I am sure he can answer your questions about grinds.

Regards,

Obie

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Originally Posted by Obie

Gentlemen,

I bought my Wacker 6/8" Spanish point "Antik" from John Crowley at Shavingshop.com.

I found the site rich with Wackers and the service impeccable. If you drop John a note, I am sure he can answer your questions about grinds.

Regards,

Obie

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John is great. Just got my Friodur from him and it shaves very good. You will not go wrong with any of his razors.

If it is anything other than hollow grind, it is pointed out. I have both the 6/8 round point wedge and 6/8 Spanish 1/4 hollow. Both shave good, but the wedge is my favourite. It is actually in the top 3 I own or have used. Quite a remarkable razor.

If you have a question, just email him. Go to the contact link and his gmail address is right there. I have gotten replies at 2am before.