Thread: Baxter Blue Steel "Not a Replica" Hart Steel

Hello everyone,
I received today the "Not a Replica" designed by Baxter of California made by Hart Steel straight razor.
At first glance: Wow what a razor, now this is a modern razor! Its not for everyone I get it but if you truly appreciate straight razors, I know you will do a double take. This razor has a black finish not a black paint coat. I apologize in advance because I dont know how this "process" happens (no info on Hart Steel website or Baxter of California). When I called Hart Steel the main person was tied up and all I could get was the blade is same as others but has a different finishing to create the black. This is a 6/8- Quarter ground. The weight of the blade is nice. The scales however I am not fond of, trully disappointed. They seem to be of a different material than that of the white scales. I purchased bocote scales for it today. The leather sleeve is made by MAKR Carry Goods, hand crafted in the USA- Genuine Shell Cordovan Leather hand stitched. Color is a very dark navy blue. Overall very satisfied. This is not a review but a mere first glance.
I will update you guys on how the shave is, unfortunately I shaved last night so the waiting begins..

I love the look! My first "new" razor is going to be a Hart. I just wish they had that finish in a 7/8".

Yes the stock scales for the Hart's are not all that attractive but they are very functional and may outlast the blade. : )
I seem to remember Baxter ordered this same razor a couple of years back as an Baxter anniversary model. Enjoy!

I've looked at this razor for a while now, but when the sales rep called me to sell product to my shop he didn't recommend their own razor for some reason. I think it's probablly the coolest look for a razor as it matches a few pair of shears.

Can't wait for an shave review.

Looks to me like it was "hot blued" like a gun.

I remember when I was working in a gun shop and we did hot bluing, that you could get a nearly black finish if you left it in the tank long enough.

Good lookin razor for sure.

This IS a blued blade, Wullie, but not hot-blued, as the temperature would compromise the blade integrity.

Also, I've been wanting to get this blade since I've first found it! I have to say, i'm glad you got it before me, as i'm dying to hear a review on it. I've read some other reviews on Hart Steel, and they seem to know pretty damn well what they're doing, so I just might get one for myself. Good purchase, Rivera!

I just ordered this razor. I can't wait to get it. I personally love that subdued black on black look. I'm very excited.