Thread: HA! I think I have the dreaded RAD licked!

Could have picked up a really nice, very clean Wester Brothers that is the perfect match to one that I have today for about $20. I have drawn the proverbial line in the sand though, as I have 13 razors, four of which need scales. I think that a Baker's Dozen is where I need to stay. If I aim to get any more razors, I need to get rid of the same amount first. No need to be a hog, right? I was rather proud of myself. I did, however, pick up an old National Resonator 12 fret acoustic guitar. If I could find 12 more of those, I would be doing just fine...

Thanks for not being a razor hog!

A baker's dozen is 15 in my neck of the woods and I would never sit still for 13. I ain't superstitious but it could be bad luck. So go back and get it + 1 more. I had a 1930 National style 0 about 30 years ago. Knew I should have hung onto it.

Everyone has RAD, not everyone knows it yet.

You've got to bring it up to 14 that way you have 2 seven day rotations.

Saves wear and tear on your razors.

I think 49 would be a good start. That way you would have a seven day set for each of the seven days. But that is just a good start of course.

A HOG, sir? Are you implying that anyone who owns more that 13 razors is a male of the swine persuasion? I take umbrage at that remark, sir. If I were in your vicinity I would send a second to caress your cheek with a gauntlet and throw down a challenge to meet at dawn on a field of honor. You have impugned my character and sullied my reputation. And I feel the need to defend my honor as one who possesses more than 13 measly razors. I consider myself a connoisseur of the razorsmith's art, who collects wonderful examples of this trade. If 14 razors equals one hog, then I sir, am the equivalent of an entire sounder of swine and damn proud of it! I will expect a written apology, sir. Or you may find me on your doorstep with rapier in hand anon.

Regards - Walt

If you had 52 and only shaved on Sundays you could go all year and never use the same razor twice. Think razor longevity.

I think I might have jumped the gun. I came across what looks like a 7/8 round point "SOLINGEN" stamped razor that I might grab. And might go back for the Wester at some point. I guess I am just trying to convince myself that I don't necessarily HAVE to buy a razor just because it is there. In my mind I am buying these razors to ensure that I don't run out. Again, only one of the 13 that I currently have is even close to shave ready. I need to find a good hone or two, then assume the role of razor hog once again.

Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

I had a 1930 National style 0 about 30 years ago. Knew I should have hung onto it.

Yes. You sure as heel should have. Was it one with the sand blasted banding and the palm tree etching on it? I would love one of those, but at around 3K, they are a bit out of reach.