Thread: Durex Straight Razor??

A friend gave me this razor today. I have not cleaned it. There are couple of small chips in the edge, but it appears to have never been honed. I can't seem to find any info on this razor other than a suggestion that it may be a promotional item from the Durex Condom company? Has anyone seen one before? The gold is a train crossing a trestle. Thanks in advance.

Peter

Never heard of it, but it is a fine looking razor. When you get that edge straightened out it ought to be a good shaver.

Thanks for the reply. A Google search turned up almost nothing. I cleaned it with some Autosol and it is gleaming (except for those flea bites). It has a nice weight to it and the pivot is very tight. I don't think the chips will be a big deal.

Peter

I doubt it has anything to do with the condom company. Likely just a acronym of the manufacturers names. Best keep it well lubricated though just in case

I have one of there's. Not as elaborate or pretty as yours, very plain in fact. Took a great edge and gives a good shave.

Originally Posted by EisenFaust

I doubt it has anything to do with the condom company. Likely just a acronym of the manufacturers names. Best keep it well lubricated though just in case

I agree. Especially on the ribs... I mean jimps!

Originally Posted by AlanII

I have one of there's. Not as elaborate or pretty as yours, very plain in fact. Took a great edge and gives a good shave.

That sound encouraging. I am pretty new to honing but may see what I can do with it.

When you make the lather, better start by adding a few drops of KY to the mix.

I came across a box of vintage de blades made by durex and I wondered the same thing.

Hey there

Durex was a Trademark owned by cutler Karl Peters Jr from Germany. I can't find a date yet though sorry.

Thanks

Carl.