So who do I send my razor to to be sharpened & serviced?

Well I haven't been on here for a while. Mainly because I had yet to acquire my first straight razor. But, due to the recent death of my Dad, I unexpectedly inherited one. I didn't even know he had a straight razor. And he never used one as long as I can remember.

But I inherited a C-MON Wedge. It was made in Germany and sold by by Peter J. Michels, Inc in Brooklyn, New York. And I would like to have it serviced. I don't have any honing, stropping ect capability yet. But I plan on buying Lynns DVD and learn what I can.

But it would be nice to have a straight razor that I know is ready to use. Last time I was on here there was information on reputable persons who would sharpen, hone, evaluate straight razors. But I cant seem to find that info now.

So I was asking for advice on who to send my razor to. I will post photos of my razor tomorrow. And perhaps get feedback from you guys.

My condolences for the loss of your Dad. Here is a link to member services where Lynn, among others offer the services you're looking for ;

Member Services - Straight Razor Place Classifieds

A CMon wedge is a great razor when in fine shape. Also a great razor when in so-so shape. You will need a strop, good lather, and a brush! Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Using that old blade would do him proud. Yes, photos will help evaluate it's potential!

Sorry about the dad... I hope using his razor brings you closer to his memory.

Welcome back!

Thanks for the condolences. I appreciate the links and direction as well. I was looking at where to get Abrams DVD and I went to the Vintage Blades link. I will buy the DVD tomorrow and post photos of my straight razor on here as well. Thanks again guys!!

Please accept my condolences for your father's passing.

That razor will be a wonderful remembrance...enjoy!

Well here are photos of my first and recently inherited straight razor. I looked through the sites database and didn't see any. So I plan on entering my example into the database. Tell me what you think.

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that is a great razor and in incredible condition. Sorry about you father. I suspect that there are probably services near you. Good luck!

Several people. However, let me inject a word of caution. for heirlooms, you want someone who can be trusted not to have an oopsie with you irreplaceable razor. Only 2 people I would consider personally: Max (maximilian) or Glen (gssixgun).

Also: stuff gets lost. I have heard of heirlooms getting lost in the mail or in the workshop of whoever was working on it. The odds are low, but it CAN happen. Be aware of this before you send it out, because no amount of monetary compensation can make up for a lost family heirloom.

Nice one. Like new. Goldwash and all. An excellent beginner's blade, IMO.

My condolences on your loss. I lost my father 14 years ago and my mother 2 years ago, how I miss them.

I'm with Bruno on who to hone, while I've never tasted Max's work Glen has done a lot of work for me along with teaching. He restored my great grandfather's Wade and Butcher and I'd trust him with any razor that I own.

His work is outstanding. I highly recommend him. :tu

Thanks for all the advice on honing services and also for the condolences. Good news, though! Today I just bought Lynn Abrams "World of Straight Razor Shaving" DVD and I can't wait to get it.

Sorry about your dad. I still miss mine all the time. He left you an excellent heirloom, one to be very proud of. I know I would. I would follow Bruno's advice & send it to one of the two or even Lynn but when you get it back, be very careful with it & don't drop it in the sink whatever you do. You would never forgive yourself if you ever chipped the blade on it & it does happen but don't let me scare you either, just be extra cautious. I don't even have a C-MON yet but I want one bad. Good luck & happy shaving.

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Originally Posted by Mach7

Hey you just made me think of an idea.

A kind of safety net that is universal and adaptable to most sinks. You could attach it to porcelain or marble or any stickable sink surface using suction cups fused into the the edge of the net. It would be stretchable, or drawstring adjustable,...... but not enough to affect the suction cup grip on the surface.

And it would have little fish netting that would allow water and cream to pass through but not a dropped straight razor.

And it would be constructed out of cut resistant fabric.

Or, better yet, a more simple construction. How about a thick, rigid piece of sterile cushiony or spongy rubber with drainage holes. And one that could simply span most sinks, but have a deeper depression in it to facilitate drainage.

Or maybe just a thick, soft, and universal entire lining system meant to prevent damage to accidentally dropped, expensive or collectible straight razors. This one could be set down to rest in the basin of most sinks, rather than across the top.

Something like that bearing a catchy trademark would be cool.

I think a device like that would be useful to a new user like me. I might go to the craft store and see if I can actually make one. If anyone else here is a good craftsman I would like to see what they could come up with.

As far as the C MON...I did see some examples on e bay. Some are new old stock still wrapped in cellophane. I did see two identical models to the one I have that are being bidded on as well.

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You might have something there. How about sending some proceeds to a disabled guy not working due to medical issues?:hmmm::deal: