Revisor 6-0035 Straight Razor

Revisor was founded by C. Friedrich Schmidt - one of the eminent 20th century Solingen razor makers - in 1919, Revisor was later acquired by Thomas Kronenberg and his father Günther in 2003. They sell dozens of different straight razors of their own manufacture as well as stocking many NOS vintage straight razors that have been sourced from all over Europe.

Their model 6-0035 costs €113.50 (Sep. 2021) plus VAT if applicable and has the following particulars:

Notes:

1. As these straight razors are individually hand made, there will be some variations in measurements between razors.
2. The title photo is from Revisor and shows two pins. The razor as received had three pins.

Blade material = high carbon steel
Steel hardness = about 60 RHC
Edge length = 65mm
Blade width = 21mm (7/8) - maker claims 6/8
Blade thickness = 0.09mm at top of bevel
Grind = Half hollow+ with slight bellie


Point = Dutch (round)
Stabiliser = Double
Mass = 62g
Smile = <1.0mm
Jimps = top of shank only
Tang length (opened 270°) = 23mm
Balance = 10mm from pivot pin towards blade when opened 180°
Spine thickness = 5.7mm
Bevel angle = 17.1°
Scales = Timber - Bocote
Scales width at pivot pin = 15.8mm
Spacer = parallel - plastic(?)
Pins = nickel alloy (3)


Scale thickness (max.) = 11.3mm at about mid length
Overall length = 172mm closed and 259mm open 180°.
Overall height = 29.5mm closed

The razor is supplied in a cardboard based coffin.

Face markings are as shown. There are no back markings.

Shank markings on face side:

Shank markings on back side:

The pivot pin is fitted with washers either side of the shank.

Link to 6-0035 at Revisor:

6-0035

6-0035 6/8"

www.revisor-solingen.de