What Next?

[seanusa]

So I started off with a GD 66 that was PIFed to me, and have recently acquired a 5/8 Dovo. For the money the Dovo has some minor flaws that are a bit disappointing, but as I didn't buy the razor new, are forgivable. So as the thread says, I,m looking for another razor, go figure I'd want another. What is your recommendation? What is the best bang for the buck, what's a razor that everyone needs to try? What razor is the staple of any budding collection? New, old, refurbished, custom, I'm open to all options. I'd like to stay under $150 for now and the cheaper the better as long as its worth having around. Thanks in advance for any advice you can spare

 

[mwhitcraft]

IMHO no collection is complete without a TI.

 

[gash]

 

[global_dev]

Imp, dd, hess, herder, engstrom, torrey... trying to keep it under 150$

 

[seanusa]

Imp, dd, hess, herder, engstrom, torrey... trying to keep it under 150$

I take it those are all vintage razors?

 

[pmaster]

Try to find yourself a nice big wedge, its definitely worth the try, and beautiful to look at.

 

[global_dev]

I take it those are all vintage razors?

yeah. it's hard to stay under 150 and not go vintage or not Dovo.

 

[hillbilly]

+1 on wedge. Though it need not be huge. A 5 or 6/8 wedge works great. You may fall in love. Swede framebacks are nice to.

 

[oakeshott]

I think it makes sense to think in terms of categories rather than brands. For instance: Sheffield, Solingen, Eskilstuna. Or in terms of shape: wedge, hollow ground, Frameback. Also size. Do you prefer a smaller razor or a very big one? Take a stroll through the straight shave of the day thread and see what appeals to you.

 

[gash]

Check out the photo threads: http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/180658-Straight-Razors-pictures-Look-in-here . Those manufacturers are highlighted for a reason, and there are often quite a few of their razors available.

Also, check out Ern razors. The quality of mine is very high, and it was an affordable razor. Erns don't get mentioned a lot, but when they do, it's usually in glowing terms.

 

[seanusa]

Check out the photo threads: http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/180658-Straight-Razors-pictures-Look-in-here . Those manufacturers are highlighted for a reason, and there are often quite a few of their razors available.

Also, check out Ern razors. The quality of mine is very high, and it was an affordable razor. Erns don't get mentioned a lot, but when they do, it's usually in glowing terms.

I'll hafta keep an eye out for those. Seems like every time I try to find a straight in the wild the blades are pitted or chipped or cracked or the scales are and they still want $30 - $40 for them. Seems that the local antique malls have caught on that shaving paraphernalia is going up in price but lack the skill to identify or discriminate what has value. After having seen great condition shave ready straights on the B/S/T for the same price makes it hard to want to mess with anything sub par unless the price is bargain basement.

 

[oakeshott]

I'll hafta keep an eye out for those. Seems like every time I try to find a straight in the wild the blades are pitted or chipped or cracked or the scales are and they still want $30 - $40 for them. Seems that the local antique malls have caught on that shaving paraphernalia is going up in price but lack the skill to identify or discriminate what has value. After having seen great condition shave ready straights on the B/S/T for the same price makes it hard to want to mess with anything sub par unless the price is bargain basement.

There are also a lot of wostenholms that come up and I've seen many in excellent condition go for 15 or 20 bucks not shave ready.

 

[seanusa]

Good stuff guys

 

[seanusa]

I have decided to go vintage. Is buying razors from the bay a good idea for a straight noob? There seems to be a big selection but how many lemons are out there or fakes......good idea?.....bad idea?

 

[blackman]

I have decided to go vintage. Is buying razors from the bay a good idea for a straight noob? There seems to be a big selection but how many lemons are out there or fakes......good idea?.....bad idea?

It can be a crap shoot at times especially for someone without a trained eye. If there's something that catches your attention on the bay, you can drop me or anyone of us here that hang out in the straight forum to check out the listing and we'll give you our honest opinion on whether it's worth your time and money to bid.

I wish you luck my man. Just know that you're opening up Pandora's box when it comes to auctions. It's still fun though.

 

[seanusa]

I think I may just watch the B/S/T for a while a least to start, probably more of a sure thing

 

[Whiskey Badger]

Have you considered Boker? You can get a number of their models new and in your price range...

 

[cgul629]

Good call on the B/S/T - I have picked up a couple nice razors at good prices, and a lot of the ones offered come shave ready.

 

[wherndon]

Have you considered Boker? You can get a number of their models new and in your price range...

^ +1

 

[Boro62]

If your going vintage I'd say a goldedge Dubl duck