Thread: Something feels wrong

I've watched them do the drop hair test and it just popped the hair in half

I'm happy you found a nice shave ready razor. It's really good you are getting a refund on your first purchase. Live and learn that's what its all about. Now you can learn how to use it properly. It is a lot different than using a safety razor. There are a lot of good videos on this site to help you. Good luck.

I like Aust razors.
They are reasonably priced and well made, which is why I bought a dozen over the years and have never been disappointed.

Ralf Aust says that they leave his workshop in shave-ready condition, which is true, even though I found that with some TLC you can further improve the edge.

Hope you will be happy with yours.


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One thing to my eye - the questionable razor had rather flat scale contours - not really good workmanship.
The Aust has lovely rounded scale contours.

I was going to say I was sorry you got "duped" with your first razor, but the truth is that I am not... They sold you a product promising something it wasn't; SHAME on them! YOU were perceptive enough to tell something was "off" so you sought out people that were more experienced and, instead of getting defensive or skulking away when the possibility that the finish was subpar and the steel possibly of uncertain quality was brought up, you took our advice and found someone who could first-hand examine the razor and verify our concerns. You ended up with 2 things: a razor of high quality steel that will provide great shaves not just for you, but for future generations if properly cared for... And what I consider an equal or even more important gain: the wisdom and knowledge gained from this "negative" experience! Now next time you buy a razor (and believe me, it's addicting) you'll know exactly what to look for. Who I AM sorry for is all the poor people that bought one of these razors, got subpar shaves, and gave it up, returning to the dreaded cartridge!
I'm a little impressed and a lot scared of how good the gold wash on the "counterfeit" razor looks though... Previously the gaudy/brash appearance of gold wash was an easy way to pick out counterfeits. Looks like they've really stepped it up there... But pretty lipstick on a pig doesn't make it any better steel!
I wish you good luck with the rest of your straight razor journey and hope for the very best shaves for you and for the rest of us!

Good choice on the Ralf Aust. A fine razor.

Originally Posted by 71L

I was going to say I was sorry you got "duped" with your first razor, but the truth is that I am not... They sold you a product promising something it wasn't; SHAME on them! YOU were perceptive enough to tell something was "off" so you sought out people that were more experienced and, instead of getting defensive or skulking away when the possibility that the finish was subpar and the steel possibly of uncertain quality was brought up, you took our advice and found someone who could first-hand examine the razor and verify our concerns. You ended up with 2 things: a razor of high quality steel that will provide great shaves not just for you, but for future generations if properly cared for... And what I consider an equal or even more important gain: the wisdom and knowledge gained from this "negative" experience! Now next time you buy a razor (and believe me, it's addicting) you'll know exactly what to look for. Who I AM sorry for is all the poor people that bought one of these razors, got subpar shaves, and gave it up, returning to the dreaded cartridge!
I'm a little impressed and a lot scared of how good the gold wash on the "counterfeit" razor looks though... Previously the gaudy/brash appearance of gold wash was an easy way to pick out counterfeits. Looks like they've really stepped it up there... But pretty lipstick on a pig doesn't make it any better steel!
I wish you good luck with the rest of your straight razor journey and hope for the very best shaves for you and for the rest of us!

Wow im a bit tearful! Thanks and yeah u guys were great. Thanks

Before you give up on the first razor have it pro honed. Only then can you make an informed decision. Good luck.

Originally Posted by eventhorizon82

But I did buy a real hand made from the shop and really shave ready and they showed me the hair test with it before I bought it, I was gobsmacked! !!!!!! Here are some pics of my new pride and joyAttachment 233251Attachment 233252Attachment 233253Attachment 233254Attachment 233255Attachment 233256

You got a mighty fine razor! 3 months ago, I graduated from a shavette and purchased the same Aust blade as yours, but with plastic scales. Once I got my stropping technique learned and found the proper shave angle for my beard, I get shaves every good as a shavette with a feather DE blade.

Enjoy your new razor!

Originally Posted by rhensley

Before you give up on the first razor have it pro honed. Only then can you make an informed decision. Good luck.

+1
My thoughts exactly.

Compared to the money already spent, spending a few more € to get it honed will not make a huge difference.
The razor might suprise the orginal poster (OP) after all and even if it should never become the OP's favourite razor, having a second razor early in one's shaving career (when mistakes are still common) has its advantages.


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