Kikuichi straight razor

[MagnificentDastard]

Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum, but I've been looking at getting my first straight razor for a while. I'm currently in Japan and I've stumbled across a cutlery shop called Kikuichi.

Apparently they're old sword makers dating back 750 years, for what that's worth, And now they do a lot of kitchen knives and scissors, but they had one straight razor, shown in attached picture. I don't really know anything about these yet but I was wondering if anyone knew the brand and thought it was a good deal for a first razor? It's ¥15000 so about $150 or a bit over £100.

Aside from that, anyone know a place to get a good deal on a razor in the Kansai or Kanto regions in Japan?

 

[Hoka Hey]

Welcome. There are a few folks here in Japan, so hopefully some one can help. Good luck with your search.

 

[ReapersBlade]

Having such a long history and reputation like having the Chrysanthemum flower and that being the symbol for the emperor in Japan. I'd say it would be worth it. I have no real knowledge about how good of a Kamisori they make, but it would be a nice conversation piece if none else.

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[MagnificentDastard]

Aw hell, I think I'll just buy it - been holding off on this purchase for long enough!

 

[ReapersBlade]

Would love to see a few good pictures to get a better look when you get it home.

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[MagnificentDastard]

Will definitely post pictures here! Me getting on it depends on time though as I'm leaving the area pretty soon.

 

[BSAGuy]

Good luck with the purchase.

 

[mglindo]

Good for you. Everyone should have at least one kamisori!

 

[Plexus]

Received yesterday from Belgium, and not yet tested :

6/8 - closer to full than half hollow ground

On the other side is engraved:

Ganz gut stahl uber "Germany"
Very good steel from "Deutschland"

The blade was probably forged in Germany and only prepared in Japan.

 

[6Cuda6]

That should hone up and shave well.

 

[stringer bean]

I have owned a few kikuichi chef knives over the years. Excellent quality. Nice score.

 

[Venom8431]

I own a butcher and paring knife from Kikuchi. Stellar quality.