Purchasing restored, vintage straight razors

[turtleman0417]

I am looking to move from a shavette to a straight razor. My preference is to buy a restored vintage straight razor in shave-ready condition. I am willing to spend up to $200, but will likely target razors for less than $150. I will also purchase a strop at the same time. I am aware of the Whipped Dog and Bob's Razors. I like what I see on Bob's website in particular. Are there any other reputable vendors you recommend I consider?

Thank you,
Dave

 

[Doc226]

Check out the BST and hobbyist forum.

 

[sarimento1]

+1 on Doc's advice.

have you considered a feather ac dx?

 

[turtleman0417]

Thanks for the advice. I looked at the feather razors. They look good and get solid reviews. My concern with them is that the blades are going to be a reoccurring expense and there do not appear to be many a lot of sellers out there.

 

[Legion]

I'd look at the hobbyist and vendor sections of this site. There are usually some nice blades to be had there.

 

[GreekGuy]

There are some nice blades on the hobbyist forum in particular. I would keep me eyes open there for something that stands out to you.

 

[Brianskeet]

Don't rule out Edson razors. He does beautiful restoration work and always has some nice blades for sale.

 

[onotoman]

Hi Dave,

If you are in the UK, I'm selling some straight razors from my own collection, all are shave-ready. In fact overseas postage wouldn't be too expensive either.

Best wishes

I am looking to move from a shavette to a straight razor. My preference is to buy a restored vintage straight razor in shave-ready condition. I am willing to spend up to $200, but will likely target razors for less than $150. I will also purchase a strop at the same time. I am aware of the Whipped Dog and Bob's Razors. I like what I see on Bob's website in particular. Are there any other reputable vendors you recommend I consider?

Thank you,
Dave