New custom in progress ....

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10-12-2011, 09:41 PM
mjhammer

New custom in progress ....

Folks, Here is a link: To a custom build Douglas Cutlery is doing for me!

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?s...1278996&type=3

Doug is in the process of building me my dream razor. Douglas Cutlery will be using facebook as a way of keeping me up to date on the progress of the build. It will be between a 7/8 and 8/8 when completed (that's the plan anyway) and looks like it's beginning to be on the way.

Talk about an heirloom razor. It will be a one of a kind, with an etched hammer (please note my name, my real life nickname from all my old friends is 'Hammer'). This razor, taken from a brain storming session together will be the epitome of what my mind says a razor should look and feel like in your hand. I felt like this was my one and only chance to afford a custom, 1 off razor of my very own.

Amazing craftsman, doing amazing work, all for me!! Incredible. I'm still mainly in shock!

All my best bro's :) ....

Mike
10-12-2011, 10:45 PM
TrilliumLT

Thats going to be a very cool razor. Thanks for sharing Mike.

Colin
10-12-2011, 11:29 PM
johnmrson

There's something special about having a custom made specifically for you, to your design / specs. I can't wait to see the finished product.
10-12-2011, 11:33 PM
nicknbleeding

Very nice looking razor!
10-13-2011, 12:21 AM
lz6

It's great being able to watch the progress. This razor is going to look great!
10-13-2011, 01:11 AM
mjhammer

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnmrson

There's something special about having a custom made specifically for you, to your design / specs. I can't wait to see the finished product.

Don't you know it. Talk about a keeper!! This is the most excited I have been (other than once when Don made me a set of custom scales matching my custom brush) about a razor!

Also I updated the original link to make viewing the progress easier.

Man, this is so cool!!

Mike
10-13-2011, 01:32 PM
DOOM

Wow!!! Mike she looks beautifulll love the design:tu

cheers
Dominic
10-13-2011, 03:34 PM
celticcrusader

She is surely taking shape and starting to look special indeed, and your excitment is building, just like you were waiting to run down stairs on Christmas morning to to get at your presents, it's true what they say, the difference between Men & Boys is the price of their toys.

Regards Jamie.
10-13-2011, 03:40 PM
BladeRunner001

Holy Moly Mike,
This is going to be way cool :tu. I love it when the vendor has a way of updating you real time as to the progress of your item :bow. That is by far the best way to keep the customer engaged in the process as well.

Will keep checking the thread for more updates. Congrats buddy :beer1:
10-13-2011, 04:29 PM
JoeSomebody

Wow, can't wait to see it in the SOTD!
10-14-2011, 09:47 AM
Str8Raz0r

Nice looking razor Mike, nice curves. Looking forward to seeing the finished product. Congrats.

Stu
10-15-2011, 12:10 AM
bishpick1

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Day 4 progress

I thought I would share today's progress with the thread just to peak a little intrest, these are the scales for the custom, although they're not finished yet (still need some more pollishing and smoothing) I think you can get the idea.
10-15-2011, 12:55 AM
mjhammer

I am stunned by the beauty of that box. :bow :tu

This is so cool. I almost cannot express my pleasure. :cool:
10-15-2011, 08:51 PM
bishpick1

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Day 5

Day 5 Mjhammer build update;
I did the 3rd temper today and the 1st polish. After a little more shaping I can now see a few places that need a little work (Details, Details). the blade weight is now at 55.5 grams and the balance point is just toe side of the heal, PERFECT! I installed the pillows in the heirloom box and polished the scales. We're almost there. The blade now has a bevel as well. Tomorrow will be Final shape, 2nd polish, etch, final polish, and maybe mount the blade. Get ready Mjhammer your razor could be ready as early as Wednesday, but more likely Friday (depends on cure time on the lacquer and Poly.
10-16-2011, 06:14 AM
Zelenbakh

That's really a "dream razor", very stylish and beautiful. Great work!
10-16-2011, 07:21 AM
cudarunner

Great Looking Razor/Package Mike!

It's looks so cool! I can't wait to hear how she hones up for you! That's going to be a whole other world! :)
10-16-2011, 08:47 AM
eTom

Thanks for sharing. Great looking razor
10-16-2011, 08:48 AM
carlmaloschneider

Cool. I like the little flourish on the end of the tail...
10-17-2011, 02:56 AM
Noswad

bishpick1, looking good on the razor. I really like the close to real time update. :tu

Great looking razor, Mike. Hope you can bring it to the 3rd annual Colorado meet-up so we can all see it in person.
10-18-2011, 03:12 PM
mjhammer

Man, this is getting exciting... I do feel like a kid at Christmas!! That box is amazing. The Eagle looks fantastic!!!

Can I open one, NOW PLEASE????

hehehe.

M
10-18-2011, 07:53 PM
1971Wedge

Wow! that's coming along nicely!
10-18-2011, 08:32 PM
Zephyr

Looking good!

You're getting yourself a real treat there :)
10-21-2011, 10:41 PM
bishpick1

10 Attachment(s)

"Mike's Hammer" Complete

Here are the Photos of the completed razor. Get more details about this and other builds at Douglas Cutlery | Facebook
10-21-2011, 11:00 PM
jfleming9232

That is an amazing work of art. The attention to detail is incredible. You're one lucky guy, Mike!
10-21-2011, 11:05 PM
cudarunner

Looks great! I'm sure that Mike will enjoy shaving with it after he's honed it! What a rush! Being the first one to hone a custom made razor! Nice Work! Good Job!!
10-21-2011, 11:07 PM
bishpick1

3 Attachment(s)

"Mikes Hammer"

Three Photographs that didn't get uploaded. All Photos by A.M. Photography
10-21-2011, 11:11 PM
bishpick1

Already Honed. Of course if Mike wants to improve the edge he can. but I just can't let one out of the shop with out an edge on it.
10-22-2011, 12:27 AM
mjhammer

I'm stunned...
10-22-2011, 12:47 AM
groovyd

Quote:

Originally Posted by bishpick1

Already Honed. Of course if Mike wants to improve the edge he can. but I just can't let one out of the shop with out an edge on it.

Really impressive work! So much so it prompted me to order a custom too... in progress... getting excited!
10-22-2011, 06:58 PM
mjhammer

Quote:

Originally Posted by groovyd

Really impressive work! So much so it prompted me to order a custom too... in progress... getting excited!

Man, there is nothing more exciting than watching an heirloom being created. I am so glad to hear that groovyd. Doug is a great person, and one heck of a craftsman. I have no doubts you will be just as excited as I am!!

Good for you bro!!! Welcome to my brotherhood of 3 (now it's three, with you included)!

My best bro's,

Mike
10-22-2011, 08:06 PM
groovyd

yours turned out so good I just had to ;)
10-23-2011, 05:52 PM
DOOM

Stunning!!! Congrats for that beautiful razor and wish you lots of great shaves with her!!

cheers
Dominic
10-27-2011, 02:05 AM
mjhammer

I have now recieved my beautiful razor and will be posting it in the newest aquisitions forum (something like that anyway, heheh).

Doug did an amazing job. Thank you!!!

M
01-03-2012, 03:12 AM
yosh

I was lucky enough to win the December giveaway and Doug was kind enough to donate a custom made razor in the package! Count me in as one excited boy! Here is the facebook link to its progress:

Yosh December giveaway winner | Facebook

Really looking forward to it!

Shon
01-03-2012, 04:04 AM
mjhammer

Sweeet!!! You lucky dawg!!! :)

Enjoy it bro!

Mike