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02-22-2012, 02:20 AM #11
One day I will own a Friodur and I think I will like it but who knows when that day comes
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02-22-2012, 03:11 AM #12
I have two 7/8's and two 8/8's all INOX. One of the 7/8's, I believe, is vintage. It had Henckels scales with twins and Friodur inlaid before being rescaled by Max. Excellent shaver. The other 7/8's is a scalloped back from John Crowley that I got unhoned. It honed very easy without even having to set the bevel. Shaves just as excellent. The two 8/8's from Classic Shaving are quite hollow ground, very thin. One honed easily and is a good shaver. The other was warped, bowing from toe to heel and was a challenge to get an edge across the whole blade. Once that was accomplished it shaves well also. The 7/8's are a stiffer grind and heavier blades, and in my opinion and to my preference are the superior shavers. They are in the top level of my favorite razors. The 8/8's also are in regular use.
Regards,
HowardLast edited by SirStropalot; 02-22-2012 at 03:13 AM.
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02-23-2012, 01:01 AM #13
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02-23-2012, 01:06 AM #14
I'm jealous of u guys with 7/8 firodurs and 8/8 as well cause they look like dream shavers....... Sigh........
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02-23-2012, 01:13 AM #15
My 8/8 Friodur has probably been my best shaver so far, or at least right up there. The scales Maxi put on it make it that much nicer! The tang is a bit off, so the blade doesn't centre well, but the shave is very nice. Smooth, comfortable and close.
Edit: I should add that it is one of the NOS New Grinds which I got from John.Last edited by jdto; 02-23-2012 at 01:30 AM.
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02-23-2012, 01:20 AM #16
No, I know you didn't need convinced, I was just backing up what you had posted!! I've had Internet trouble and was getting dropped a lot, so just did a quick and dirty and I guess it was a little unclear. New broadband cables today, so problem is fixed!! Thanks!
Regards,
Howard
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02-23-2012, 12:33 PM #17
I have 2 of the newer Friodur. ONe 8/8 from shavingshop and one 7/8 from the bay. Plus many vintage. Vintage carbon are fantastic. Both of the Friodur are awesome. Inox has a diff feel to them anyways. They are worth owning.