Thread: Blade Advice

Originally Posted by Zeus

What is a myth? About the thinner blade pulling more? Not a myth for me. I have a Dovo(Col. Conk) that seems to be a heavier blade and it doesn't pull as much. I have seen recent threads where others have said the same. I must admit, though, I am no expert, just saying what I have experienced so far.

The added mass may make it feel more comfortable in your hand, however the keenness of the blade will outweigh the minimal amount of weight in question.

Unfortunately the only proof will introduce you to RAD

carbon steel sharpens easier but must be well taken care of to prevent rust stainless is a little harder to hone but it is stainless. i own spike and round points but prefer the round i also went carbon steel to keep it true old school as long as it is quality steel you will get a good shave. once the rad sets in you will buy other styles of blades i started with 6/8 full hollow carbon steel

Welcome to SRP.

Carbon Steel is the way to go. 5/8th's is probably the most popular size. 6/8ths will catch more soap or cream as you shave, but not that much, That's the size I like. Check out Vintage bladesllc.com or classic shaving .com You can select to have the razor professionally honed before it's shipped. The classified are also an excellent source for razor if you can actually find one. They sell as fast as their put up. There was one Dovo on there the last time I looked. For your first razor, your probably better off getting it at one of the sites recommended here.
Rich

I can vouch for Dovo myself. Great razor and not a bad price either. I agree on buying the first from Straight Razor Designs. The price you pay there including honing is better than the other online retailers as far as I've seen. If you want vintage look no further than the classifieds section here. Good luck! Jeremy-

My second razor was a DOVO. It's still a great shaver.

Originally Posted by nun2sharp

the carbon fiber blade

Who makes those?

You caught it

Originally Posted by Bladerunner

Then again....that Boker Celebrated just haunts me!!!!

Go for it. It's a great razor. I've got mine