Where do you post Kudos for a stand up vendor?
At the peak of my interest in learning to hone, I wanted to get my hands on any blade I could afford - for the sake of practice. I don't do Ebay, so that's pretty limiting.
Long Story short, ran into a Barber supply shop in Beaverton, OR (just west of Portland for those not in the Pacific North Wet.
Beaverton Barber Supply
12490 Sw 1st St
Beaverton, OR 97005-0547
503-644-5222
Mark Rickard
I bought what looked like a low end nameless soligen for $40. Yes, that's dubious, but affordable practice. I was impressed with the shop because Mark means business about doing old time Barbering well. He's knowledgable about the history, collects and restores Barber Shop equipment - some of it really impressive.
I got the blade home, and in a short time, it was clear the blade was bowed heavily. I took it back, and Mark stood behind his product, replacing it with one I inspected and could tell it was at least symetrical.
Mainly want to sing Mark's praises for being a stand-up guy that I will buy from again. 'Want any users in the Portland, OR area to know.
His supply is limited, but has in stock, Omega brushes, Chicago strops, Pinaud AS, and a most items a beginner and in the case of strops & brushes, gear that an experienced user could appreciate. I've not yet had a shave yet from Mark, but likely will.
If you're in the Portland area, He's worth checking out and supporting.
