Quote Originally Posted by SirStropalot View Post
I've looked at the Aust razors for awhile and kept putting off getting one. Glad I did. Ordered a 6/8 RP w/faux ivory from SRD this morning.

Howard
Well, it came today, 6/8 Round Point in Faux Ivory scales. Received it this afternoon. As soon as I took it out of the coffin I was immediately impressed with the weight and feel, still wrapped in its paper. The faux ivory even has the grainy pattern of real ivory and the blade, which is nicely done with a faint etching on the front and the Ralf Aust signature stamped on the tang, fits perfectly between them. The razor is beautiful, IMO, for it's lack of frills and obvious high quality. The blade is heavy and also tight and consistent through all positions.

I haven't shaved with it yet, tomorrow, but did the same edge test I do with my razors after honing and I'm confident it's going to shave very well. I can see my RAD remission being challenged by these.

Howard