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sorry, i didn't know you were in Europe. the rest of the advice stands...find someone near you who really knows how to hone...not just says they do.

I'm quoting myself here from an earlier post I made in this thread (underlining added), which I ordinarily wouldn't do (I'm not an egomaniac), but you are going to find that as I and others said,...

If you are really stuck on the Bismarck, SRD has it for about $150 shave ready, and it comes with a free re-honing when it needs it. Buy it there!

I'm not sure where you are, but lots of us had no opportunity to handle the razor we were buying first, so we ordered well known brands from reputable vendors who offered truly shave ready honed...

Look at the Classifieds . There are a couple of beauties that just showed up there! http://straightrazorpalace.com/classifieds/showcat.php?cat=3

No, I wouldn't say that. I don't think there is any difference with a modern well finished wooden handle. I have both. No Difference.

I know there is a lot of enthusiasm for the Bismarck, and I'm sure it is a fine razor; however, you asked for opinions so I'll give you mine.

As a first SR, that is NOT the way I would go. You're...