Thread: Don't be wasteful–buy used

Originally Posted by daflorc

Now that I'm into this thing neck–deep, I'm wondering:

Why would anyone buy a brand new razor, of any brand? Vintage and restored razors are so much more interesting, have so much more character, history, are so much cheaper (most of the time) and in most cases, just as good. Why drop $100+ for a brand new Solingen or otherwise(you know the brand/s)?

That's exactly why I buy the old/used razors, but sometimes I just want a NEW "thing" whatever it is.

Jim

When you buy used, you are supporting the dudes who do the restoration and you have this beautiful antique to shave with every week. When you buy a new custom, you support the modern day craftsman who are creating new and you can marvel at an amazing work of art that a living human made. It's all good!!