Thread: Boker's "Edelweise" Revisted

Gentlemen,

I can't get over what a great shaver my Boker "Edelweise" 5/8 " razor is turning out to be.

I love the weight, the balance and the looks. It's crisp scraping sound across my Hollywood face always reminds me of a champion skater soaring across the ice.

Of course, it's the shave that pleases me most of all. My small razor collection has no antiques, or refurbished great names. For a straight razor pilgrim, however, it is lovely and functional. My "Edelweise" very much fits in the rotation by just being a great shaver.

Regards,

Obie

I've been on the fence about trying one of the new Bokers. I may just have to pull the trigger and let the whiskers fall where they may.

In my opinion, the Edelweiss is the most beautiful razor being mass produced today. Something about its pure while and silver looks just appeal to me. Glad to hear its a great shaver too. Eventually I will have to get one.

If you wanted to make me envy you did it.

iam lucky to have two vintage edelwiess bokers both are outstanding shavers take a edge to die for

All vintage Bokers are superior shavers. I have a Bokers Special and a King Cutter and both shave right up there with the best of them.

Originally Posted by Obie

Gentlemen,

I can't get over what a great shaver my Boker "Edelweise" 5/8 " razor is turning out to be.

I love the weight, the balance and the looks. It's crisp scraping sound across my Hollywood face always reminds me of a champion skater soaring across the ice.

Of course, it's the shave that pleases me most of all. My small razor collection has no antiques, or refurbished great names. For a straight razor pilgrim, however, it is lovely and functional. My "Edelweise" very much fits in the rotation by just being a great shaver.

Regards,

Obie

The feeling is mutual. I have been shaving with a Boker Edelweise for the entire month of September and it is a delight. Matter of fact after I am finished with this post, I will be heading to the shower and a shave with the Boker.

Originally Posted by thebigspendur

All vintage Bokers are superior shavers. I have a Bokers Special and a King Cutter and both shave right up there with the best of them.

+1 on vintage Bokers.

I would dearly love to try a new Boker, but frankly $140 + shipping is just crazy. Plus, I would prefer there not be any wash on the blade, because it will wear off and that would just annoy me.

Here's a humble Red Injun that is just terrific. You can still find these for under $50.



The vintage versus modern distinction reminds me of fountain pens, which I collect and use. You can get a wonderful Parker Vacumatic for $50, while a decent new Parker fountain pen will run you at least $175.

Originally Posted by Obie

Gentlemen,

I can't get over what a great shaver my Boker "Edelweise" 5/8 " razor is turning out to be.

I love the weight, the balance and the looks. It's crisp scraping sound across my Hollywood face always reminds me of a champion skater soaring across the ice.

Of course, it's the shave that pleases me most of all. My small razor collection has no antiques, or refurbished great names. For a straight razor pilgrim, however, it is lovely and functional. My "Edelweise" very much fits in the rotation by just being a great shaver.

Regards,

Obie

Obie,

You're really not helping my RAD here y'know..! I've just ordered a Boker Edelweisse from SRD... And I promised myself I wouldnt order any more razors after the Bismarck I got last month... Oops!

However, after your glowing review I could hardly let you be the only one having all the fun now could I..?!? You just encouraged me far too much..!

Thats the reason I stay out of the Livi threads, that could end up being horribly expensive!

Ah well, on the upside, thats another beauty to add to my rotation and its one ticked off my list! Now I've got my eye on something from Thiers Issard or Wacker..! That will DEFINATELY have to wait until next month, lest my loving girlfriend kill me!

All the best,

Stuart

My dear Stuart,

I believe you will be pleased with the "Edelweise" razor. As you well know, I am delighted with mine.

Thus far I am growing closest to two of of the razors in my modest razor collection. One is the "Edelweise" and the other my Thiers-Issard 5/8" with Kingwood scales. Both are sharp, but there is also something silky smooth about the way they shave. Perhaps it is only my perception.

The Dovo Renaissance 6/8" stainless is coming along, too. The 5/8" Thiers-Issard with Snakewood scales and the Thiers-Issard with black bone scales, although gorgeous razors, I think have a little way to go yet to come alive.

The one razor that has been a disappointment so far is my Dovo 5/8" carbon steel with "Perlex" scales. This razor, although lovely to look at, clunks along like a pirate with a wooden leg. The other day I sent it to Lynn to hone, and I'm sure he will use his magic hone to put a little life into this thing.

Enjoy the "Edelweise."

Regards,

Obie