I had four thingsI am not really familiar with the British NEW razors. Are there more than one kind?
There was also a disposable medical one.Generalisation of the UK New range.
High end (all replaced by Aristocrat in 1936)
Deluxe 3 piece.
Raised flat bottom (RFB)
Deluxe 2 piece.
Mid price point.
Long comb: 1929-33
Raised flat bottom 2 piece: 1933-38
Raised flat bottom 3 piece: 1933-46
Low price point.
Goodwill: 1931-34
London: 1933-34
Flat bottom (FB): 1934-50s?
I have no seen anything like it.That raises I question that I have also wondered about - what modern CNC razor is closest in feel and performance to the NEW?
It is a question I have tried to answer a little over the past few months by purchasing a couple of mild OC razors, and whilst I have found good razors, none of them are comparable to the NEW.
The shape of the teeth
The low gap / exposure
The low blade reveal / high rigidity
The compact, nimble head
Nothing yet has quite hit the spot on all criteria, but there must be a razor out there which does.
Be aware that if you replace it, there is a chance that it will shave differently. The factory plating was really thin and most folks who re-plate offer a greater thickness.I’ve got a New SC that I like very much. I’ve been using it exclusively for a couple months to see if I want to get it replated or not. So far the New SC has the best combo of closeness and comfort of just about any razor I’ve used.
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Be aware that if you replace it, there is a chance that it will shave differently. The factory plating was really thin and most folks who re-plate offer a greater thickness.
At least this was my experience.
If you like the razor that much, have it replated. You will really love it then.I’ve got a New SC that I like very much. I’ve been using it exclusively for a couple months to see if I want to get it replated or not. So far the New SC has the best combo of closeness and comfort of just about any razor I’ve used.
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