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  1. 12-11-2010, 11:45 PM #1
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    Hello All,

    I have a Dovo 5/8", full hollow, round point, straight that I bought from SRD. I want to try some new sizes and grinds. I was thinking I would try to find a 6/8th, half hollow, spike but they seem harder to find than I was expecting. So I have been considering other combinations as well.

    I am thinking about these 2 options so far. I'd like to hear what you gentlemen suggest for getting a better feel for different straight razor sizes and grinds.

    Option 1: (from SRD lifetime honing)
    Dovo Bismark 5/8, full hollow, spike point. (try spike)
    Dovo Prima Klang 5/8, extra hollow, round point. (try extra hollow)

    Option 2: (NOS, Shave ready)
    Rugby 6/8, quarter hollow, spike point. (try 6/8, spike, and 1/4 hollow)

    My budget is around $300 otherwise I might have just bought all 3.
    I also like a clean blade, even bevel and sound scales. This is why I am looking at new or new-old-stock. I would consider vintage razors but I would want them fully restored.

    Anyway sorry for going so long let me know what you all think and if there are vendors I should be looking at let me know. I try to follow the SRP vendors but I am not seeing a lot of options probably due to the Holiday season.

    Thank you,
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  2. 12-11-2010, 11:48 PM #2
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    I really like the PKs, but it's about what you like, not what I like.
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  4. 12-12-2010, 01:30 AM #3
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    The lifetime honing thing will pay for the razor over time...that type of deal is awesome! You should go with whatever you REALLY want. My first new razor was a bismarck in bone honed by Lynn...it is still a great shaver. It's one of those razors that loves to nibble on ear lobes if you don't keep it on a leash!
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  6. 12-12-2010, 01:34 AM #4
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    You can check Revisor web site they have some very nice NOS vintage razors.
    I got a Kama and I am very happy with it.
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    I'd say the 1/4 hollow, just to try the opposite end of the spectrum.
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  10. 12-12-2010, 02:09 AM #6
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    If your budget is 300.00 I'd personally go after a Filarmonica Doble Temple 13 from eBay...

    Otherwise you cannot go wrong with the Dovo Prima Klang. A large number of people I have crossed paths with regard this blade as Dovo's best new production blade.

    Again, if you're looking for a new production shaver a 6/8 Thiers Issard form Art of Shaving would also be a solid choice.

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