Recommendation for a New Straight

**Alembic** · 05-08-2011, 11:38 PM

Friends,

I am looking at purchasing a new razor. I am looking at a Henkles Fiodurs, a Wacker or a Thiers-Issard. They are all about the same price and I can only afford one of them.

I have shaved with none of these, so any recommendation anyone can give would be most appreciated.

Thanks,
Alembic

**ace** · 05-08-2011, 11:44 PM

Are you looking to buy one new or used? All of those should shave just fine. With quality brands, it's hard to go wrong.

**tekbow** · 05-09-2011, 12:01 AM

Have only had experience with the TI which shaves very nicely, and i want one of the anniversary Wackers as they have some beautiful designs.

The Henkles just don't speak to me for some reason.

**jcsixx** · 05-09-2011, 12:59 AM

That's a wonderful dilemma to have! I really like the Fridours...I have a couple of TI that are excellent shavers and beautiful. I only have one wacker and I was underwhelmed the only time I shaved with it. I have since tuned it up. I think I'll give it a go tonight so I can give it a fair shot.

Basically, I don't have an answer for you.

**Alembic** · 05-09-2011, 01:00 AM

Originally Posted by ace

Are you looking to buy one new or used? All of those should shave just fine. With quality brands, it's hard to go wrong.

Looking for a new razor.

**jcsixx** · 05-09-2011, 01:09 AM

Dirtychrome put some awesome looking MOP scales on my Fridour...stunning. Here's a link to the pic to give you a visual.

http://straightrazorpalace.com/custo...10-scales.html

What TI are you thinking about?

**Alembic** · 05-09-2011, 08:23 PM

Originally Posted by jcsixx

Dirtychrome put some awesome looking MOP scales on my Fridour...stunning. Here's a link to the pic to give you a visual.

http://straightrazorpalace.com/custo...10-scales.html

What TI are you thinking about?

Wow is that beautiful - I love it. I was looking at a TI Le Grelot with honey horn scales.

Thanks for the input.

**tekbow** · 05-09-2011, 08:28 PM

Originally Posted by Alembic

Wow is that beautiful - I love it. I was looking at a TI Le Grelot with honey horn scales.

Thanks for the input.

Which one? can you link?

**Maxi** · 05-09-2011, 01:10 AM

I've not had experience with a TI, but I love my Henckels. I'd buy another one in a heartbeat.

**thehekler** · 05-09-2011, 01:11 AM

I love the shave I get off my henkles friodur but my next purchase will be a historic TI as the TI brand has a special hold on me. I have no experience with wacker so I can't comment on them. Either way I'm sure you will be happy with your choice just remember to post picks when you buy one.

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