Thread: Wacker Fans - I could use some advice

Today is my anniversary. I decided my anniversary gift should be a special new razor, and I'm really leaning towards a new Wacker. Specifically, I'm towards either: (1) the limited edition Antik Spanish Point (http://www.shavingshop.com/index.php...ategory%3D74); (2) a 7/8 Wacker "Jungmeister" spanish point (http://www.shavingshop.com/index.php...ategory%3D74); or (3) a Dorko 1151 spanish point (7/8 Dorko 1151 Spanish Point - blond buffalo horn : Shaving Shop - luxury classic wet shaving products - straight razors). Any recommendations?

Hello, LegalBeagle:

I have two Wackers, the "Antik" and the 1st Edition Sheffield, both 6/8", although the Sheffield has a dreadnought point. The "Antik" is a lovely razor with gold etching and light bone scales. The 1st Edition Sheffield has black bone scales and silver etching. I prefer the 1st Edition Sheffield: it is sleek, like a Lamborghini, and a great shaver.

My recommendation, although you don't list it in your post, is for the Wacker 1st Edition Sheffield.

Regards,
Obie

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

Today is my anniversary. I decided my anniversary gift should be a special new razor, and I'm really leaning towards a new Wacker. Specifically, I'm towards either: (1) the limited edition Antik Spanish Point (http://www.shavingshop.com/index.php?item=592&ret=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shavingsho p.com%2Findex.php%3Fpage%3D1%26category%3D74); (2) a 7/8 Wacker "Jungmeister" spanish point (http://www.shavingshop.com/index.php?item=147&ret=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shavingsho p.com%2Findex.php%3Fpage%3D3%26category%3D74); or (3) a Dorko 1151 spanish point (7/8 Dorko 1151 Spanish Point - blond buffalo horn : Shaving Shop - luxury classic wet shaving products - straight razors). Any recommendations?

Hi Bill,
First and foremost, allow me to wish you and your wife a very happy anniversary .
I like Wackers and if memory serves, I have the 2nd edition Sheffield (I liked the spine work on the 2nd better than 1st). I have to go with Obie on this one, get the 1st edition if you can. But, I think that John is probably out of the 1st and 2nd editions 9ask him though), how about this Wacker? Whichever you end up getting, you will have a wonderful shaver on your hands that I am sure you will enjoy for years to come.

I went for the Wacker Old Sheffield model 4..

I was looking for a bit heavier grind, and the Wacker did not disappoint!

Happy anniversary, here is a review I did on my set of Wacker wedges. They would not disappoint.

I can't help you but I have one Wacker and it's the LE with the Railroad Bridge on it. It's a very good shaver. I would just buy whichever appeals to you the most.

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Hi Bill,
First and foremost, allow me to wish you and your wife a very happy anniversary .
I like Wackers and if memory serves, I have the 2nd edition Sheffield (I liked the spine work on the 2nd better than 1st). I have to go with Obie on this one, get the 1st edition if you can. But, I think that John is probably out of the 1st and 2nd editions 9ask him though), how about this Wacker? Whichever you end up getting, you will have a wonderful shaver on your hands that I am sure you will enjoy for years to come.

Robert,

Thank you again for the wishes. That is a stunning razor. I had not noticed it before, but really like the shoulderless design. Maybe a new contender!

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

Robert,

Thank you again for the wishes. That is a stunning razor. I had not noticed it before, but really like the shoulderless design. Maybe a new contender!

Hi Bill
I figured you might like it. I really thought the shoulderless design was stunning...Kind like a Ferrari with nice curves . Anyways, it's food for thought.

Happy Anniversary! How many years? Sounds like a great gift.

Originally Posted by nicknbleeding

Happy Anniversary! How many years? Sounds like a great gift.

It's our 3d! I tell her all the time that I'm very lucky...


And that she is SUPER lucky!