Thread: Favorite Straight Razor

I would like to add one more name, at least, to my signature.. Wacker

I started with Dovos. Really like my Dovo Bismark. Then I got a Hart Steel spike point. It's outstanding, in every way. And unlike some other spikes that I've tried, I've never nicked myself with it. The blade has just the right shape. A couple of days ago my new Revisor came in. I've only shaved with it once, and it was impressive. I'll have to shave with it a few more times to get a feel for it and see which razor will be my favorite, for now anyway.

Originally Posted by Gibbs

Might I suggest either a Franz Swaty or similar barber hone or if you have a Woodcrafter store nearby, getting that Chinese 12K stone from them. They are not that expensive. Use sanpaper, and make sure it is lapped flat, on the already lapped side and then give your razors a few passes on that hone. It should freshen up the edges either way, whether you use a Swaty barber one (or similar) or one the 12K stones.

Ya know, last night I paid more attention to proper stropping on my normal blade, and I managed to get a FANTASTIC shave from it. I really think I just had a bad stropping evening the other night. I'm definitely still VERY happy with my Dovo, and now I don't think it needs to be sharpened anymore!

Originally Posted by Bob Allman

I usually shave with some homemade razors I threw together in the shop. Oh, made in the USA.

Bob, do you have any idea how hard it is to clean coffee out of a laptop keyboard? Warn a guy will ya?

Originally Posted by Gibbs

I would like to add one more name, at least, to my signature.. Wacker

Another wacker fan huh? I might have to put that on the 'to buy' list along with a revisor.

I've got a Geneva Cutlery Pyramid (no number), a Torrey, TI carbon song (from TAOS) and Puma 80 (haven't had a shave with it yet. With a Clauss on the way. My current favorite is the Torrey, or maybe the Pyramid, but ask me tomorrow after I give the Puma a proper go...

my favorite razor is my w&b(celebrated medium size full hollow ground razor) thats whats on the blade, its the only razor i have and its the only razor i want.

i think i might break down and get another w&b just to have a spare.

As my experience (and Collection) have grown, I find it more and more difficult to point to one maker or brand.
I love 90% of the razors I have, and as I have become more and more adept at honing, the differences between different brands of razors has become one of the most fun parts of this sport.
Sheffields, Swedes, German, American, Customs, and Spanish razors. Too much to choose from. (hmm, no French razors in my collection?)

That said, for sentimental reasons, my first Filarmonica EPBD in blue scales will be given up only from my cold, dead hands

Originally Posted by Deerhunter1995

...i think i might break down and get another w&b just to have a spare.

A spare is a good thing to have. Two spares is even better.

Originally Posted by Joed

A spare is a good thing to have. Two spares is even better.

Obviously! Then you have a spare in case one falls off a dresser or taps the sink, and a spare for when your first spare needs honed. Gotta have at least two spares. If you're living with kids or rowdy roommates then you'll need more; determined on an exponential curve according to the quantity and rowdiness of kids/roommates, moderated by financial resources and SWMBO. It gets a little technical.