New Rite-Edge Stainless Steel Wedge

Today, I was at a small shave shop and the owner, a nice guy, but not in the mainstream world of straight shaving, was selling a new stainless steel wedge. There was no company name on the blade, except a "made in China" stamp.

I was a bit surprised at this being sold there and it was priced at $79.95 and made under the name of "Rite Edge". On initial inspection, it looked ok. But I know better than to get involved with "unqualified" steel without asking others.

Does anyone have this razor or have any comments regarding it?

Pabster

I have 2 Tomahawk brand straight razors , that my brother gave me . They are made in China , are stainless steel , and are wedge grinds . I'm sure he paid less than $10 each , for them . They are not real straight razors . They are objects made in the shape of a straight razor . The edge bevel is too steep , and the "razor" reeks of cheap , and flashy . I have not wasted my time trying to re-bevel , and hone them , so I can't really say you can't shave with them . After you see enough real straight razors , you should have an idea of what a good blade should look like . So , if the blade looks like it's been ground with precision , and the edge bevel lines up with the spine , maybe it's a decent razor . But the words , China , and Rite Edge are enough to scare me away .

Thanks for your input. I did look it over closely and I noticed the bevel looking OK, but not as precise as a wedge should be. So I was thinking, this bevel and point looks a little like my disposable straight blade, thus it would give a few good shaves, then need a more precision hone for longer day to day use.

I rather look at wedges on SRP and make the transaction there. At least those wedges are more "proven".

Caveat emptor - Latin for "Let the buyer beware"

Pabster