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    I have a Dovo Bismark, which I usually keep in my regular rotation. It's a fairly decent razor for the price, the only problem with mine is that the goldwash came off, but that's my fault. (Don't use Maas Polish on goldwash)! The Boker Silver Steel would probably be another good choice. If you have trouble deciding, just go with the one that you think looks better, as you won't get a perfect review until you try it for yourself. Enjoy.

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    So I finally went for the Boker silver steel.

    Like that at least I have a Boker in my collection and a singing blade.

    I ll be more adventurous on my third SR....believe it or not, I am already looking....I see that this is going to be a serious problem.....

    Thank you all for all your comments, I appreciate it.
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    Great choice. Hope it suits you.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Icarusflies View Post
    So I finally went for the Boker silver steel.

    Like that at least I have a Boker in my collection and a singing blade.

    I ll be more adventurous on my third SR....believe it or not, I am already looking....I see that this is going to be a serious problem.....

    Thank you all for all your comments, I appreciate it.
    Oh, I believe you. I'm only about 10 shaves into straight razor shaving and I just bought my second razor from wolfpack34 in the classifieds here. It's a Geo Wostenholm & Son vintage Sheffield extra hollow razor circa 1850-1890. I should get it tomorrow and I can't wait. My first razor isn't exactly a great beginners razor either, but while hunting for the best price on a Boker King Cutter, I found a place selling Boker Arbolitos for about 1/2 list price, so I went for it. 10 shaves and no blood yet, but I'm sure it's coming. I'm thinking about my third too, and may end up with another Boker, but I'm leaning toward an Edelweiss. As a beginner, I should probably have at least 1 razor that is suited for rookies.

    Good luck with your Silver Steel. I'm anxious to hear what you think when you shave with it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by murf View Post
    Oh, I believe you. I'm only about 10 shaves into straight razor shaving and I just bought my second razor from wolfpack34 in the classifieds here. It's a Geo Wostenholm & Son vintage Sheffield extra hollow razor circa 1850-1890. I should get it tomorrow and I can't wait. My first razor isn't exactly a great beginners razor either, but while hunting for the best price on a Boker King Cutter, I found a place selling Boker Arbolitos for about 1/2 list price, so I went for it. 10 shaves and no blood yet, but I'm sure it's coming. I'm thinking about my third too, and may end up with another Boker, but I'm leaning toward an Edelweiss. As a beginner, I should probably have at least 1 razor that is suited for rookies.

    Good luck with your Silver Steel. I'm anxious to hear what you think when you shave with it.
    You will get used to any razor, it seems a bit pointless buying a "beginner's" razor as your second or third If you are getting along with what you have.
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    Quote Originally Posted by edhewitt View Post
    You will get used to any razor, it seems a bit pointless buying a "beginner's" razor as your second or third If you are getting along with what you have.
    No, I agree Ed. That was tongue in cheek. Your comment was kind of the point I was trying to make, but I guess I didn't do a very good job getting it across. I may get the Edelweiss because I like it and have read many good reviews.

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    stop now while your ahead buy a vintage shave ready form the classifieds & never look at any razor sales again before the curse of RAD kicks in
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    The Carrie is excellent if touch find a NOS pre-200. Otherwise if would go Boker. Try to stay away from any ornate blades.

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    Hello All;

    Just got my Boker, Silver Steel White.

    My first impression is how similar is to my Dovo Best Quality. The blades look identical. I am not an expert but I could not see that it is Extra Hollow when putting it next to my Best Quality. So I am a little disappointed there.

    I am sending it tomorrow to be honed since it is not shave ready.

    Lets see how it shaves

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    Pictures of your razors would be nice when you have them all back in your possession.
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