a question about frameback razors..

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10-10-2010, 06:21 PM
juko

a question about frameback razors..

I have a TI 69 frameback razor which has been regular used last week. It is a great shaver, better than some new TIs i also have. Framebacks are not made anymore, were they, when they were made the, budget version of a brand?

thanks for posting,

juko
10-10-2010, 06:30 PM
Utopian

Framebacks ARE still being made. Just check out SPAZOLA's awesome work!
10-10-2010, 06:36 PM
juko

OK, i didn't knew that, but framebacks are not available anymore by larger manufacturers like TI or Dovo for instance.

juko
10-10-2010, 07:48 PM
holli4pirating

I don't think there is any way to guess at where framebacks fit into the price/model lineup of a given company, unless you have access to their reconds/ads.

I think they may have been easier to make than a full hollow ground razor, so that may shed some light into around when and why they were developed.
10-10-2010, 08:09 PM
juko

it is a pity that they are not made anymore by the larger brands. The now newly made framebacks are fantastic!!

juko
10-10-2010, 08:55 PM
pinklather

Why the continued interest?

I think Holli's probably right about production costs having launched the frameback, but alot of guys still seem to love them. I'm not positive, but I think it was JimmyHad that posted a pick of a Robert Williams frameback that would just take your breath away - so beautiful.

I asked the question on a frameback thread, but haven't gotten much response - what is it about them that guys like? One person only described it as all the rigidity of a wedge, with more feedback. That would be a high recommendation indeed. 'Would sure love to hear other frameback guys talk about how the blades differ in feel, handling, etc. from the tradition builds.
10-10-2010, 10:18 PM
thebigspendur

Often times it seems the more minimal products are the more they charge for them. I would guess they are just another style and probably weren't any cheaper or more expensive. Of course that's just a guess.

I have a couple of them one swedish and a French razor and though small they are both great shavers. Actually the Swedish isn't a true frameback it a one piece but the blade is frameback style.
10-10-2010, 10:43 PM
holli4pirating

Quote:

Originally Posted by pinklather

I asked the question on a frameback thread, but haven't gotten much response - what is it about them that guys like? One person only described it as all the rigidity of a wedge, with more feedback. That would be a high recommendation indeed. 'Would sure love to hear other frameback guys talk about how the blades differ in feel, handling, etc. from the tradition builds.

The feel is very interesting. The blade part is typically thick enough that it doesn't flex, but since the blade is so thin right from under the spine they tend to be light. A light blade that doesn't flex just feels different than... pretty much anything. I have found that the framebacks take really wicked edges (especially the Swedish ones), and you need to use a really light touch when shaving with them. It's easy to get heavy handed on the pressure or otherwise throw off your technique because they are so light, and they will bite if you do. It's really one of those things I think everyone should try.
10-10-2010, 11:09 PM
speckey

Is there a shorter life on framebacks?
10-10-2010, 11:37 PM
str8fencer

Quote:

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

I have found that the framebacks take really wicked edges (especially the Swedish ones), and you need to use a really light touch when shaving with them.

Thanks for this tidbit holli, I got 5 or 6 swedish framebacks in the mail to me as we speak. This little snippet might save me a scar :D
10-11-2010, 12:03 AM
johnmrson

I love shaving with a frameback and I've got a few in the collection. The French made some excellent framebacks. I'm just happy to hunt out good vintage ones. There's still a few out there.
10-11-2010, 07:09 AM
juko

Quote:

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

The feel is very interesting. The blade part is typically thick enough that it doesn't flex, but since the blade is so thin right from under the spine they tend to be light. A light blade that doesn't flex just feels different than... pretty much anything. I have found that the framebacks take really wicked edges (especially the Swedish ones), and you need to use a really light touch when shaving with them. It's easy to get heavy handed on the pressure or otherwise throw off your technique because they are so light, and they will bite if you do. It's really one of those things I think everyone should try.

i agree, the feel is different,you need to use a very light touch!

juko
10-11-2010, 08:26 AM
Stubear

I definately agree on the framebacks taking a good edge. I honed an Eskiltuna frameback for a member here and that thing could cleave atoms I tells ya..! :)

That was one sharp razor and a really sweet shaver.
10-11-2010, 08:33 AM
juko

my TI is also very sharp, for this moment the sharpest and smoothest razor. There is also a Fontenille frameback on it's way from Down Under to my place!

best,

juko