looking for a vintage razor

[Northwood83]

Hi All. First thread, so please excuse me if I sound like I don't know what I am talking about.

I have had an EJ 89 for about 12 months and love it - the best thing I have bought for years.

Anyway, I now have the bug and would like to look for a vintage razor to supplement it - something a step up that wont break the bank.

Anyone have any suggestions on razor and vendor as there is lots of advice out there and its hard to know who to trust in internet land!!

Cheers
Northwood

 

[Cumberland Sausage]

Not sure what you mean by a step up, because the EJ89 is one of the best razors of its type ime; but if you fancy a change, and maybe something a bit more aggressive, then a Gillette New might be worth a look, and won't break the bank. Or perhaps a Slim Adjustable -- get a user grade one and have it replated later if you really like it. Can't beat the B&B BST section as a place to buy.

 

[Dave Colangelo]

Local antique malls are always a good place to find really nice stuff at rock bottom prices. Ebay is also good but you will pay a bit of a premium here. The BST section of this forum has some great stuff as well. Do some research and pick a few razors you may like then you will better know what to look for. If it does not matter (which it does not to me personally) get what ever you find that looks shiny and nice.

Regards
Dave

 

[gmgaj]

then a Gillette New might be worth a look, and won't break the bank. Or perhaps a Slim Adjustable -- get a user grade one and have it replated later if you really like it. Can't beat the B&B BST section as a place to buy.

+1 on the razor recommendations, with a super adjustable thrown in, too. Also, Krona Kruiser sells some of these replated on occasion, so keep an eye on his listings in the hobbyist section, too.

 

[NingYupOwaDat]

I agree that a NEW would probably be a good fit if you want a "step up".

I had the same thoughts as you and bought a couple of vintage razors. I eventually realised I liked my EJ a lot better and returned to it. The NEW was a great razor but I just wasn't using it enough.

The only vintage razor I have kept is my Tech.

 

[mistercitizen]

Get yourself a nice 40's style Super Speed.

Ben

 

[Sir Lurkalot]

Get yourself a nice 40's style Super Speed.

Ben

Agree or the Flair Tip. With either of the two, you won't be sinking money into something that you may end up not liking and these are quick sellers on the BST.

 

[Ender78]

The Super Speed Flare tip is a great Starter Razor... The 1904 Merkur Classic Open Comb is also a good razor to start with.

 

[Kerrplunk]

I went from a EJ89 to my birth year slim adjustable. And now I'm buying a new razor a week.

 

[rjlionheart]

What is BST?

 

[txglennross]

I like to check out antique stores and malls for razors. Found a Shick Krona for $14 at one. I get a great shave out of it. Also found a Gillette Red Tip and a Travel Ball Tech at another store. Probably overpaid, but both give great shaves. I would recommend checking eBay on your smart phone when you find one, just to make sure the price is fair. To me, it's the thrill of the hunt (and a tight budget). I'd rather search shops than buy online.

 

[gmgaj]

What is BST?

Buy/Sell/Trade section of the forum

 

[Neffarious]

Gillette Rocket, a Fatboy or a Slim.

 

[Niles]

I would suggest a Super Speed or a Tech.

 

[armysoldier1073]

Also check out the hobbiest section. There is a hobbiest that is an Ebay vendor. He has some nice cheap razors. Has a nice looking pre war fat handle tech.... really cheap.

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/359875-So-You-re-Looking-for-a-Vintage-Razor