Buck Salient Straight Razor Review

[kenhsv]

Anyone that’s ever used a Buck pocketknife knows that they make some pretty good blades. So when I saw that they had released a new straight razor, I was able to hold off for a while but finally gave in and ordered one.

I ordered one of the Buck Knives 039 Salient Straight Razors with matte black G10 scales by Caleb Cooper from Copper and Clad.

This is a short and sweet review.

The scales are unusual in that they are sculpted and have a handle that feels great in the hand. The matte finish is different from my other shiny razors. And the texture of the scales has a nice feel. I think they will be less slicky when wet.

The blade itself isn’t real fancy. No spine work save from some coarse serrations near the thumb area. There’s a laser etched CC (for the designer) and Buck (the brand). The run number 071 was actually engraved.

I stropped it a few times then loaded up a Duke 3 with CF lavender cream. Preshave with TOBS preshave gel.

After 2 passes I had a DFS. After 3 passes I had a BBS shave. This was a ridiculous edge straight out of the box!!! And for $85??? Wow.

Very impressive. Easy to handle. Great performance. What’s not to like?

I’ve already ordered one for a buddy for Christmas.

 

[kenhsv]

 

[kingfisher]

Nice. Thanks for sharing the review.

 

[kenhsv]

I have a couple of shaves under my belt with this razor now, and it’s getting better with each shave. Still impressed with this bit of gear.

 

[kelbro]

Great edges out of the box but if you know how to hone, that steel will reach a level that will give a one-pass BBS shave.

 

[dundak]

Thanks for the heads up. I just bought one. I had the original LE but sold when given an off I couldn’t refuse. Nice razor and can take an insane edge


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