Which razor to buy?? Input please

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11-23-2009, 11:22 PM
krisbarger

Which razor to buy?? Input please

Christmas gift for my paw -in -law. :beer1:

Ok I have been given the family job of picking the right "first" straight for him. I have $140 to work with and have found these 4 maybe 5 choices. He has expressed to me before of wanting a great "vintage" shaver. I would like to try to stick with NOS items unless someone has something that is in pristine condition and can guarrentee a very sharp edge. here are my choises are so far.

john at shaving shop

Cracked Ice otto busch

Boker

Classic Shaving

One of the first three on this page

All of these are German I believe so all will be good shavers. However, I am looking for the best value with the best shave and even the best resale.

Have at it guys, give me your opinions.
11-23-2009, 11:25 PM
DPflaumer

Just a thought, but you might want to check out the Revisor site. They have some great stuff in the 5/8 and 6/8 widths that fall towards the $100-$150 range. And they are apparently great razors, though I didn't end up getting one.
11-23-2009, 11:28 PM
JimmyHAD

I would go for the Boker or the Otto Busch out of that bunch.
11-23-2009, 11:33 PM
DPflaumer

Side note: I would go for the Boker of that bunch. I love the look of the Edelweiss.
11-23-2009, 11:34 PM
Obie

Which Razor to Buy?

Gentlemen,

Of the razors you have mentioned I own only the Boker. It is a lovely razor and a great shaver. The Otto Bush cracked ice looks good, too. Since I own the Boker and love the way it shaves, I recommend that. The others might be good razors, too, but my experience is only with the Boker. Thus my recommendation.

Regards,

Obie
11-23-2009, 11:40 PM
Luc

German blades are my favorites, Sheffield is close second. A 6/8 or 5/8 is great to start with. I guess my vote would then go for Classic Shaving...

There's always the classified...
11-23-2009, 11:50 PM
DPflaumer

True, but he said he is looking for NOS...
11-23-2009, 11:53 PM
Luc

Quote:

Originally Posted by DPflaumer

True, but he said he is looking for NOS...

Yes, I saw it as a preference but yes.
11-24-2009, 12:04 AM
natepaint

Get the Boker. I have no reasoning for this, other than, I really want an Edelweiss and I can't get one, so you should. :)

nate
11-24-2009, 12:22 AM
aroliver59

Man,that yellow Ruboso on Classic is just beautiful.I'd go for that!
11-24-2009, 12:45 AM
red96ta

+1 for Revisor Home
11-24-2009, 01:07 AM
mrsell63

Boker

I have an edelweiss but I am wondering if the kingcutter might be the same blade with less cosmetic finery for less money.

Jerry
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11-24-2009, 01:18 AM
kipper

I like the Boker. I have a King cutter and it shaves very well.
11-24-2009, 01:31 AM
nicknbleeding

Quote:

Originally Posted by red96ta

+1 for Revisor Home

How do you place an order with them?
11-24-2009, 01:44 AM
DPflaumer

You have to email them. If I recall correctly, Thomas speaks quite good English although we did our conversing auf Deutsch.
11-24-2009, 02:13 AM
CableDawg

Quote:

Originally Posted by krisbarger

Christmas gift for my paw -in -law. :beer1:

john at shaving shop

Cracked Ice otto busch

I'm partial to this one. I bought a Henckles 8/8 Friodur NOS from John and it's a great shaver. He honed it himself and he stands by his work.
11-24-2009, 02:16 AM
krisbarger

Yes cable I agree. I have a 7/8 Friodur. I love it, John takes care of his customers.

Have you got the Otto Busch?
11-24-2009, 02:31 AM
nessmuck

go to e-bay and type in worldmaster straight razors and you will find 4 nos straights. i dont have one but i hear they are great razors
11-24-2009, 03:17 AM
mrsell63

Revisor

I have re-adjusted my opinion on the original subject of this thread and recommend the REVISOR GOLD which is listed at 68 Euros = 94.13 American. This razor seems to be a far better value.

Jerry
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11-24-2009, 06:01 PM
krisbarger

REVISOR Razors

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrsell63

I have re-adjusted my opinion on the original subject of this thread and recommend the REVISOR GOLD which is listed at 68 Euros = 94.13 American. This razor seems to be a far better value.

Jerry
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I heard that good buddy!! OMG they got some good looking stuff. Just talked to them over email and got some prices.

Now the big question boys. ARE THEY GOOD RAZORS? Does anyone have one?

Come on now...out with the info!!
11-24-2009, 07:22 PM
SiRed8

I have Boker King Cutter. It's an awesome shaver! I don't have any others so I can't offer any advice other than I've great experience with Boker.
11-24-2009, 07:41 PM
JeffE

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Get this one

Does it absolutely have to be NOS? Because this one is a beauty, and it's for sale at a pretty decent price at vintagebladesllc.com.

Anyway, I vote for the Bengall!
11-24-2009, 07:56 PM
SiRed8

Quote:

Originally Posted by krisbarger

I heard that good buddy!! OMG they got some good looking stuff. Just talked to them over email and got some prices.

Now the big question boys. ARE THEY GOOD RAZORS? Does anyone have one?

Come on now...out with the info!!

Solingen made razors are said to be good. I've a couple of Dovo's that shave well. I don't know how Revisors are. But these guys would know for sure

http://straightrazorpalace.com/show-...isor-here.html

http://straightrazorpalace.com/vendo...-solingen.html
11-25-2009, 03:13 AM
kipper

Found the Boker here for $119 Boker Edelweiss Straight Razor 5/8" Carbon Steel Blade, White Bone Handle - Knifecenter.com