Thread: What is the best possible razor?

You're not the first to ask this type of question and the replies are always the same. If you re-phrase the question to what do you like best in a razor you may get more details, but the replies will be all over the map. Since you are a newbie based on your question I would suggest purchasing a razor from the suggested makers in the WIKI   in a style that appeals to you and start shaving with it after it is properly honed. Then try a few different grinds and sizes to see what you like best. Then go after a high priced razor.

This will help too: The straight razor - Straight Razor Place Wiki

Good luck

Originally Posted by Joed

You're not the first to ask this type of question and the replies are always the same. If you re-phrase the question to what do you like best in a razor you may get more details, but the replies will be all over the map. Since you are a newbie based on your question I would suggest purchasing a razor from the suggested makers in the WIKI   in a style that appeals to you and start shaving with it after it is properly honed. Then try a few different grinds and sizes to see what you like best. Then go after a high priced razor.

This will help too: The straight razor - Straight Razor Place Wiki

Good luck

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Joe is right on with his advice, as usual.

So many razors and to little time, just when you think you found that perfect one something else comes along, so we keep chasing!!!!!

Originally Posted by Joed

You're not the first to ask this type of question and the replies are always the same. If you re-phrase the question to what do you like best in a razor you may get more details, but the replies will be all over the map. Since you are a newbie based on your question I would suggest purchasing a razor from the suggested makers in the WIKI   in a style that appeals to you and start shaving with it after it is properly honed. Then try a few different grinds and sizes to see what you like best. Then go after a high priced razor.

This will help too: The straight razor - Straight Razor Place Wiki

Good luck

Yes, great advice.

Originally Posted by Joed

You're not the first to ask this type of question and the replies are always the same. If you re-phrase the question to what do you like best in a razor you may get more details, but the replies will be all over the map. Since you are a newbie based on your question I would suggest purchasing a razor from the suggested makers in the WIKI   in a style that appeals to you and start shaving with it after it is properly honed. Then try a few different grinds and sizes to see what you like best. Then go after a high priced razor.

This will help too: The straight razor - Straight Razor Place Wiki

Good luck

I'm not actually shopping for one or looking for advice right now, I was just wondering for fun's sake.

Originally Posted by GaiusValeriusPulcher

I'm not actually shopping for one or looking for advice right now, I was just wondering for fun's sake.

That's good to know...

Its the same as going on any hobby forum and asking that question.

What is the best fishing tackle?

What is the best engine for a car?

What is the best long range rifle?

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Every month or so another newbie asks this question. Im not hating so don't take this the wrong way, but its about the most subjective question that could ever be asked. Couple this with the fact that very few have tried every possible grind and size, and doubtless any having tried every make!

Yes you may wish to gain opinions, but just read through the forums and you'll begin to see the picture you are looking for.

Remember there is no such thing as the best when it comes to an object that can be made in endless forms.

Originally Posted by Scipio

Its the same as going on any hobby forum and asking that question.

What is the best fishing tackle?

What is the best engine for a car?

What is the best long range rifle?

etc

etc

etc

etc

etc

etc

etc

etc

Every month or so another newbie asks this question. Im not hating so don't take this the wrong way, but its about the most subjective question that could ever be asked. Couple this with the fact that very few have tried every possible grind and size, and doubtless any having tried every make!

Yes you may wish to gain opinions, but just read through the forums and you'll begin to see the picture you are looking for.

Remember there is no such thing as the best when it comes to an object that can be made in endless forms.

hmm best tacle for fresh water would be a giant pump(just pick the fish when its laying to dry)

best engine is on that runs and fits the car

best rifle is the one where the bullet comes out the front

Just to answer some of your questions

In my limited experience, my humble opinion says it's a full hollow ground blade of Sheffield steel. And the length of a piece of string is the exact distance from one end to the other.

As you have gathered, these questions have no answer in the abstract.
For me it often is the razor I just used for a great shave. But it is more than the razor.

Like the fly fisher that catches trout on a fly that they tied, there is great satisfaction in having a great shave with a razor you have honed.

The best razor in the world may shave like a butter knife if not honed well.

That said, everyone knows the best razor is the Chronic.