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I have seen Russian Straights on Ebay and times and have wondered if they are any good... The ones that I have seen are being sold without any information... steel, age, grind etc... Are these razors good quality? Havent been able to read much about them and am curious if they are worthwhile razors.. tnx for anyones knowledge on Russian Straight Razors.. Maq
i have heard only positive things about Russian made razors.Quote:
Originally Posted by Maq
I imagine they're like my Polish Wapi, good.
No they are a lot better.Quote:
Originally Posted by xman
I would image depending on where and when they were made they could be very good and very bad. There was a time when they were making all this garbage for export purposes only.
In Soviet Union all goods for export were the best.
Thanks everyone... that helps a lot... next time one comes up.. i'll not be hesitant... this was an ebay auction for a matching set of two in a box... they looked new to me... I wasn't sure if they were vintage or new... the shoulder had one stableizer etc... I wasn't sure if they were carbon or stainless...So thought I'd ask and at least try to get a little more info before considering a bid... maybe next time....tnx again... I appreciate the info.. Maq
Wow, finally one of us newbies that goes in the right direction. I usually buy then ask questions, but it hasnt been working out too good so far. Kudos to you.
Maq - I bought a Russian made razor a while back and was very pleased with it. It was very well made, honed easily, and is an excellent shaver.
Regards - Walt
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I bought a Russian straight several months ago and all it needed was a good honing. It won't win a beauty contest, but it's a great shaver. I wouldn't hesitate on another...
I have a Russian-market razor in my collection. It doesn't look nice, it doesn't feel right in your hand but it does shave beautifully.
Haven't tried to clean it or hone it yet, but I got a 5/8 Stiz yesterday at a local antique shop. Mild hone wear, but it has an even bevel, and most of it is shiny with some original grind marks.
Inscribed Столичная (Stolichnaya) on the blade with MMMMMM under it. On the tang, it also says Столичная and then the Stiz logo (seen here) with 64 right after it.
Sorry for the lack of good pictures, but the sun sets early over the hill.
http://straightrazorpalace.com/membe...tolichnaya.jpg
I'll do another photo in better light after I get her cleaned up a little.
Столичная (Stolichnaya) - from the capital of the country(столица - capital).
MMMMMM :) - it's head part of the wall around Moscow Kremlin.
Thanks to all for a very helpful discussion. I've been a student of Russian language, literature, and culture for a long time but never took a chance on a straight. With this encouragement and information, I'll snag one at some point.
~Rich
Haha, I see that the Ms are connected, now. That's really neat - thanks!Quote:
Originally Posted by manah
i have couple of them and they all great shavers. blade takes edge very nice. have fun gl
I have a lot of Russian-market razors. Among them exist very well shaving.
2 photos for an example.
Won't need any other pictures of mine, now - that top one is exactly it, scales and all. Yours is in much better condition, though. Nice set!
2 more Russian razors. "Ракета" and "Столичная" (The second variant). On an edge - image St.Petersburg.
+1Quote:
Originally Posted by MichaelP
100% agree
I did buy a Russian razor on ebay not long ago. I did not pay much, but the blade needs to be restored.
Are the MMMMMMM's supposed to be the brick wall in the picture above?
Yes. It's a wall around Moscow Kremlin.
Wow - who knew? Next thing there will be a thread on Afghan razors. All hand-forged!
[Recently "won" ;) a similar razor which honed up OK.
I'm very intrigued by this brand and wonder the history.
Gotta take her for a spin tomorrow.
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