Thread: Robert Williams French point question

First of all I have to say what a great razor Robert has made for me I'm very impressed.. Quick question the point no matter what I do keeps snagging my left cheek.. Is there a way I could round the point of the French point out on a dmt 325..? I guess mute the point is that what us guys call it?? Was thinking of just placing the tip on the dmt at a 45 degree angle and rounding it out?? Will I damage the blade in any way doing this?? What's my other options??

Respectfully, I think your question ought to be asked of Robert Williams, rather than of us.

Originally Posted by JBHoren

Respectfully, I think your question ought to be asked of Robert Williams, rather than of us.

Hardly. Anyone who restores or makes razors is qualified to answer that question.

Originally Posted by JBHoren

Respectfully, I think your question ought to be asked of Robert Williams, rather than of us.

Originally Posted by Bruno

Hardly. Anyone who restores or makes razors is qualified to answer that question.

Qualified? Sure. But if there's any warranty/guarantee associated with the purchase, it might be prudent to consult with the razor's maker/seller before performing any "repairs". That's the trouble with you Americans: your "can-do" attitude and belief in "American 'exceptionalism'". Some of us take to heart those warnings about "no user-servicable parts inside" and "breaking seal voids warranty". But hey! It's not your razor... or mine.

Originally Posted by JBHoren

Qualified? Sure. But if there's any warranty/guarantee associated with the purchase, it might be prudent to consult with the razor's maker/seller before performing any "repairs". That's the trouble with you Americans: your "can-do" attitude and belief in "American 'exceptionalism'". Some of us take to heart those warnings about "no user-servicable parts inside" and "breaking seal voids warranty". But hey! It's not your razor... or mine.

Heh, you do realize that under your username it says FL, while under Bruno's it says Belgium right?

I don't want to put words in Bruno's mouth and then quote him but .......... I think he was referring to restorers and makers other than Robert, who was the maker of this particular razor.

As far as the 'trouble with Americans' .......... after you've been here a little while maybe that attitude will 'rub off on you' ......... so be careful.

Originally Posted by JBHoren

Qualified? Sure. But if there's any warranty/guarantee associated with the purchase, it might be prudent to consult with the razor's maker/seller before performing any "repairs". That's the trouble with you Americans: your "can-do" attitude and belief in "American 'exceptionalism'". Some of us take to heart those warnings about "no user-servicable parts inside" and "breaking seal voids warranty". But hey! It's not your razor... or mine.

As humans of earth, many of us CAN DO (this is a hobby right we participate in right?) those who CANT Do learn at their own expense. Sure break the seal and pay the price, but you'll never learn of you don't try. That being said learning should not likely be practiced on a top of the line custom, but as Bruno said if you have experience restoring/regrinding/making (which many of us do) an attempt at simply muting an aggressive tip is well with in the skill set for the correction to be addressed..

Nothing like a little anti-American commentary to solidify the defense of your opinion. :-)

Originally Posted by Airportcopper

Was thinking of just placing the tip on the dmt at a 45 degree angle and rounding it out?? Will I damage the blade in any way doing this?? What's my other options??

You could do it but you could also damage the blade. If you ever wanted to sell it you'd likely drasticaly reduce the value, even if you did a good job of it.

One option is to send it to Robert to professionally alter the point.

Another option is to try shaving with it as is, albeit with absolute focus and total attention to where the point is at all times.

I shave with spike and French points, Spanish points in that manner, and only learned to do so at the expense of blood and skin.

I know as you started out you fought your way through a few things, (many of us did) I do not think this will be any different for you.
Give it a good try for a while, pay attention and try to improve your technique even more.
If that does not work contact Mr. Williams, you have little to lose (a few nicks) and a whole lot to gain.
I really like French, Spike, and Spanish points.
I started with a spike (after a shavette) and learned to respect it quick and to be honest I am glad I did.
Although I know that path is not for everyone.

The issue here is not the razor it is your technique. It took me almost a year to learn how to properly shave with a straight razor. While I agree I'm just a banjo player in a slow learner. I am suggesting that you give this one more time in order to become more accomplished.