Thread: Christmas came early this year - Great Ebay Score

Hi everyone,
I have been shaving with a straight razor for about 2 weeks now. Originally got myself a Dovo 5/8 that was professionally honed by Lynn from Vintage Blades. Last week, I got really lucky on ebay and won a beautiful set of razors. The set also included the Box.
As I said I have been shaving with my Dovo 5/8 for 2 weeks now. For the last 1 week, I haven't had any nics or cuts. I had 1-2 weeps which stopped bleeding before I could rinse my face with water. I was quite happy with the shaves.
Today I received that set I bought on ebay. The seller told me that his razors were in excellent condition and I have to agree with him. What he did not tell me was that he honed each razor to be extremely sharp. I had decided that I would use the Genco Henry X from that set today. I tested it on my hand and realized how sharp it was. When I shaved with it I realized that the Genco was atleast 5-10 times smoother than the Dovo. It was also shearing off my beard(which is extremely thick) very very efficiently. I probably had one of the best shaves I have had with a straight razor and I am extremely excited about my shave.
I also realized that I like very sharp and smooth razors. The genco made me think that my Dovo was dull. I don't know if I should attempt to hone the Dovo and make it sharper. What do you guys think?
As I said in the Title, Christmas came early this year and I got a really good gift. The only things I don't like in that set is the multiblade razors. I don't know if I should give them away or keep them as they tell a history.

-David

Wow that's a great score. I can't believe it went for so low! Congratulations, man!

Thanks. I was glad too...I bid at the last few seconds (something I learned from one of my friends). However, I was extremely glad to win that set. I think the only razor I am missing in that set is Dubl Ducks and PUMA straights. The DE razors also helped me finish my Vintage DE razor collection.

- David

I saw that set too, but it was out of my price range. I love the custom storage box that came with it. What kind of material is are the trays made of?

the trays are made of plywood, covered with felt.

I'm no expert but I think you got a lot for your money there, considering all that's in that box.

being new myself, my advice may not be the best, but I know I would keep that set as it is. enjoy

Part of me wants to keep the razors as is. However, I bought them to use. So I have decided to use them. I tried one of the razors yesterday and I was glad of it. I love how well the vintage razors shave.

correction -when I said "as is" i meant as a set - of course you want to use them and should, who wouldn't?

That's a wicked collection at a great price, nice job.