Thread: Are More Expensive Razors That Much Better?

Is worse sitting on a bunch of safe queens you will never use,the whole thing is stupid,

But better then sitting on a pile of stocks that are going down...

Anyone here care to comment on the pure investment potential of a razor collection vs. where you see the stock markets going over the next 5, 10, 15 years? Wishful thinking considers my razor addiction as a diversification portfolio, however I don't see the same potential for return on the soaps or brushes

by the way, impressive set pixelfixed they'd be in my rotation for sure.

Originally Posted by groovyd

But better then sitting on a pile of stocks that are going down...

Anyone here care to comment on the pure investment potential of a razor collection vs. where you see the stock markets going over the next 5, 10, 15 years? Wishful thinking considers my razor addiction as a diversification portfolio, however I don't see the same potential for return on the soaps or brushes

by the way, impressive set pixelfixed they'd be in my rotation for sure.

Investment in razors is like investment in art.

Diversity in art and razors is dilution.
Dollar cost averaging... perhaps.

Like art you must know what you like and know what is out
there. Do not settle for seconds. Stay clear of eBay
because auction prices are just too high (nature of auctions).

With modern tools making a razor is not too hard.
Making a beautiful one is still art.

And if you have to ask if a razor is a good investment
you are not ready... Almost like yachts "If you have to ask
the price you cannot afford one".

But it is fun... even the rusty dogs are fun to collect
as long as they can still give a shave.

Buy on Ebay, sell on Ebay...

Originally Posted by groovyd

Buy on Ebay, sell on Ebay...

Isn't that "Live by the sword, die by the sword"?

Originally Posted by PensacolaTiger

Isn't that "Live by the sword, die by the sword"?

Does sound that way Clearly buying from flea markets or estate sales and then re-selling on ebay would be the max return but for us lazy types willing to hold on to a razor for 10+ years there may be appreciation still even dealing through the popular channels. I guess the question arises what the possibility of the value of a vintage razor going down is in the next 10+ years (regardless of the channel).

Price seems to fluctuate based on hype too.

Originally Posted by Slartibartfast

Price seems to fluctuate based on hype too.

Clearly I hit the Fila wave coming in... those things cost a fortune but do shave really well and are very attractive razors. I would be surprised if they continue to climb.

Originally Posted by Wattie

Hi Everyone,

I am currently using a Dovo Best Quality and absolutely love it. That being said, I am looking into getting a second razor. I really like the look of the Dovo Flowing on SRD's page, but I have a question.

It is about 3 times the price of a Dovo Best Quality and I am wondering if the performance is that much better and worth the extra money. I suspect the answer is yes and let's be honest I love the way it looks so will probably go that route anyway. What are your thoughts?

Thanks!

Wattie

Not really. It's not the equipment, but the operator. Shaving technique is the key to a good shave.

That being said, a higher price for a straight razor is usually due to aesthetic additions to the razor, ie. type scales, decoration of the blade.

The Dovo "Flowing" has all of those. But you are paying for the additional workmanship to make the razor more eye-catching, not a better shaver.

Originally Posted by groovyd

Buy on Ebay, sell on Ebay...

Yes.... that is an equalizer.