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  1. 07-17-2014, 11:43 PM #1
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    I have a 11/16 Torrey with aluminum scales that I love. The last 2 Wester Bros "manganese steel" 5/8 that I've cleaned up and honed have taken incredible edges. Now I have a Shumate round tip on the way as well as an old Geneva cutlery no. 7.

    American vintage steel ftw!!
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    I have Torreys from 5/8 to 7/8 that all shave well. I also like Worcester Razor Co. And Cattaraugus from Little Valley NY. Many American steel razors are priced low so I go for those in good shape. Patience is rewarded.
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    Not a mention of Northfield UN-X-LD, Northfield, CN . Great company, great steel.

    How about Schatt & Morgan, Gowanda, NY?

    Early S&M stamp.


    Can't believe no one mentioned, Holley Lake Cutlery, Holly Lake, CN

    Or CHALLENGE RAZOR WORKS, Bridgeport, CN which changed the name to CHALLENGE CUTLERY in 1898.


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    I'm a big fan of Challenge Razor Works and Cutlery. They used some great steel in their knives and razors.
    And thanks for posting a picture of the box - the one challenge box I have has a worn top and I've wondered what was on it. Now I know it is a star.
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    Hart Steel...made well enough to already take aim as being a fine, vintage razor in future years.
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    My Clauss razor gives me consistently great shaves every single time. No matter what soap or what pre shave ritual I do. Love it.
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