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  1. 11-21-2009, 08:21 AM #1
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    Default Pictures speak louder...

    For the full story: The Holy Grail
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  2. 11-21-2009, 09:22 AM #2
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    Way to go Jim! Huge congratulations. Now, what's the next Grail going to be?
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    Great story behind the blade.
    Congratulations on obtaining your goal, and receiving a fine razor.

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    Thanks Jim for sharing that story with us - great to have such a connection, a personal link with history and people who were passionate about their craft.

    All the best,
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    Quote Originally Posted by holli4pirating View Post
    Way to go Jim! Huge congratulations. Now, what's the next Grail going to be?

    Thanks Dylan. But honestly, I can't think of anything to top this...
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  9. 11-21-2009, 02:32 PM #6
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    Well it sounds like you not only found an excellent shaving razor, but also one close to your heart. Congratulations, I'm sure it will bring you many meaningful shaves.
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    Thanks for sharing the story with us. May the razor give you many good shaves.

    "Cheap Tools Is Misplaced Economy. Always buy the best and highest grade of razors, hones and strops. Then you are prepared to do the best work."
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    Great story and a great razor Jim and it couldn't have gone to a nicer guy. Good luck with it.
    Be careful how you treat people on your way up, you may meet them again on your way back down.
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  15. 11-21-2009, 04:22 PM #9
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    Major Congrats Jim!

    You finally got her
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    Great story and an awesome rare razor.
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