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10-10-2009, 04:12 AM #21Serious Shaveaholic
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Good question. I am myself in the process of looking for a one and only straight here and, if I canot find one which encompasses all my desired requirements, I would most likely opt for having a Custom specifically made to fit those requirements. As to why, it just has to do with my personal preferences which i was not able to find combined in one razor up to date.
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10-10-2009, 04:44 AM #22Senior Member
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Easy choice for me: T.Hessen Bruch & Co that I bought from Max.
Vintage Straight Razors : T. Hessen Bruch Co : 7/8 : Half Hollow Ground : Faux Tortoise
It is the smoothest shave I have ever had, and the easiest to use: well balanced and almost never cuts me. Hmmm...maybe I should find more of these and eliminate all my others
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10-10-2009, 10:49 AM #23.
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If I had to choose it would be my Mastro Livi 8/8 because it shaves as good as it looks. And it looks even better "live" than the pictures.
I'm so glad I don't have to limit myself to only one.
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10-10-2009, 10:49 AM #24Senior Member
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That is one fine looking Razor. Originally Posted by jeffus
Easy choice for me: T.Hessen Bruch & Co that I bought from Max.
Vintage Straight Razors : T. Hessen Bruch Co : 7/8 : Half Hollow Ground : Faux Tortoise
It is the smoothest shave I have ever had, and the easiest to use: well balanced and almost never cuts me. Hmmm...maybe I should find more of these and eliminate all my others
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10-10-2009, 10:54 AM #25Senior Member
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That Mastro Livi 8/8 is really nice. Nice collection you have there too. Originally Posted by Otto
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10-10-2009, 11:21 AM #26.
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I don't view it as a collection, just my rotation (+ one that I don't use). Originally Posted by Miner123
"Cheap Tools Is Misplaced Economy. Always buy the best and highest grade of razors, hones and strops. Then you are prepared to do the best work."
- Napoleon LeBlanc, 1895
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10-10-2009, 11:36 AM #27Senior Member
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I stand corrected. Originally Posted by Otto
I guess I don't think in terms of rotation yet. I'm waiting for my first blade to be honed, hopefully I'll get to shave with it tomorrow.
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10-10-2009, 01:03 PM #28Retired Developer
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A Dorko 8/8 like the one John Crowley sells. Thankfully mine has black scales, but it's the best razor in my arsenal. Grab one while they last
[Edit] Wiki entry and review now available: http://straightrazorpalace.com/razor...tml#post467909 Dorko "300" 8/8 - Straight Razor Place WikiLast edited by BeBerlin; 10-10-2009 at 01:41 PM.
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10-10-2009, 01:09 PM #29
+1. The question does not make sense. Originally Posted by JimmyHAD
what is the sound of one hand stropping ?
there is no such thing as '1 razor'.
Hypothetically speaking though, if I could have one, it would be a smiling 7/8 sheffield half hollow or quarter hollow wedge. Best razors ever made imo.Last edited by Bruno; 10-10-2009 at 01:11 PM.
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10-10-2009, 01:33 PM #30??
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I find it a very good question! Originally Posted by Bruno
a question that helps me to observe my blades from different points of view. Today I'd keep my old Sheffield razor marked "Espagne Acier Fondu", funny reunion of UK manufacture, French language and spanish trademark. Square point, straight spine, rattler grind, short tail and very large bull's-eye washers on black horn.
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