Thread: First Ebay Purchase

I have decided to start to learn about straights and honing. I don't have a big budget so I have been looking around for a couple of cheap "projects" to get me going and not worry too much if I destroy them. I bought this razor for £15GBP ($28AUD)

I can't find any information on the razor, can anyone help? Also some comments regarding condition of the razor etc would be very helpful with my learning process.

Here are some photos.

Can't tell you much about the blade except that from the photos and the little I know you have got a very nice razor in good condition. It should clean up nicely and once honed shave well.

The razor looks similar to an Ern I have and I think Boker had on the looked similar too called the "Pearl". Take a real close look that tang covers to see if there is a manufacturers stamp/mark.

Bob

Originally Posted by BobH

Can't tell you much about the blade except that from the photos and the little I know you have got a very nice razor in good condition. It should clean up nicely and once honed shave well.

The razor looks similar to an Ern I have and I think Boker had on the looked similar too called the "Pearl". Take a real close look that tang covers to see if there is a manufacturers stamp/mark.

Bob

I will have a closer look when it arrives Bob. Thanks

No help with info on the razor. What does it say on the shank, can not make it out. Nice razor by the way. Great shape. Enjoy.

It maybe inexpensive but I would not call that razor cheap. Be careful with your learning and keep it nice :<0)

Wow, you've got a good deal there! That is one nice razor indeed, and it appears to have very limited hone wear. I suggest you tape this razor when honing, to keep it in as good a condition as you can, 10Pups is right.

I would send that little honey out to be honed by a pro. Too good for learning purposes. Get another "cheap" razor to practice on. That first one looks like it can give you good service for many years.

Originally Posted by Razorfeld

I would send that little honey out to be honed by a pro. Too good for learning purposes. Get another "cheap" razor to practice on. That first one looks like it can give you good service for many years.

In other words, stop buying good razors! Razorfeld does have a good point, though.

On the other hand, the razor I practised on still looks good, just some hone wear on the spine. It appears that mileages vary once again.

[QUOTE=Laurens;1277233]In other words, stop buying good razors!QUOTE]

Oh no! Laurens. Never, ever, stop buying good razors. They all need good homes. Buy a throwaway for practice and if it works all the better. If not, you've gained experience honing so you don't ruin your good razors.

Fair point. Gold Dollars are the closest thing to a disposable straight razor good for honing practice, only they usually have issues. Once they have a good bevel, they hone just fine.