what is the difference between the entry level Dovo best quality to the micarta to the bismarck ? Is it just flash ?
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what is the difference between the entry level Dovo best quality to the micarta to the bismarck ? Is it just flash ?
I've wondered the same thing myself. I'm thinking that you're probably right about the "flash" - same blade, different fancier scales.
dbriz,
Shaving wise, I have found there is not a lot, if any, difference.
The Dovo Best shaves well above it's price point !!
It is down to personal preference :)
I have the Dovo Best and the Dovo EnVogue (Micarta), and both shave excellently ! If you would like a stainelss blade, then look at the EnVogue (Micarta) or other 105 or 41 Dovo blades.
I have not shaved with the Bismarck, so cannot offer any opinion, though it has a lot of admirers.
Have fun !
Best regards
Russ
The way it works is all Dovos are fine shavers.the more bling,the more the price.I have a Best Quality and a Dovo Special .....I get great shaves from both. Carbon is easier to sharpen and keeps a fine edge...stainless is a little more work to sharpen,but keeps a good edge and resists staining and rust more so than carbon.That is pretty much it.Price wise,The two above mentioned blades are going to be your best deals really.:)
all dovo's are great quality razors the entry level Dovo's are'nt flashy they are what they say thay are entry level
I've always thought it would be nice to have a "Best Quality" razor. The lack of "flash" appeals to me.
I think they may be the best in the Dovo line-up simply because purchasers focus on the utilitarian nature of the razor and not other incidentals.
OK lesson 101
LOOK first...
Here are some of the Dovos you are asking about
I want you to take a second and only look at the blades, look at the grind, look at the shoulders, look at the steel, look at the temper, There is a bit of difference there...
If in doubt eliminate the extras and concentrate on the blade alone... I hope you can actually see all the differences here besides the Goldwash...
#1 Looks to be near Half Hollow from the grind, carbon steel blade The shoulder is a simple single cut
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#2 Shoulderless grind, probably near a 3/4 hollow, carbon steel blade, the blade will have a nice flex because of the shoulderless design
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#3 A double cut full hollow from the looks of the shoulder, carbon steel blade, spike point...
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#4 A double cut full hollow from the looks of the shoulder, but a SS blade that has a different Tempering process... That you can't tell from the pic but actually makes for a stiffer blade than you would expect...
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Glen is obviously correct-- there are major differences in the craftsmanship and appearance of these Dovos. Just looking at the flow of the heel, stabilizer, into the tang can be an education.
I have several of these Dovos. In my opinion, their functional abilities have little if anything to do with their appearance or price. My Dovo Best is a superb shaver. They all are excellent.
Glen,
I'm not sure what point you are making. Do you consider the blades similar or different?
Added the descriptions....
Guess I should have put them in from the beginning :confused:
But they are quite different...