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I make a ton of them too, check the end of this thread and figure my typo out....http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showth...ys-Gals-it-has-happened?p=5457330#post5457330Brotherhood of the Open Comb
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I make a ton of them too, check the end of this thread and figure my typo out....http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showth...ys-Gals-it-has-happened?p=5457330#post5457330
There was a discussion in another thread about the new Razolution "Twin-Blade" DE razor, and I posted a question regarding another razor the company produces. It's another R89 "clone" (single DE blade), but the catch is, the company includes an additional open comb base plate with purchase of the razor. This open comb base plate looks to be similar in design (if not identical) to an R89 base plate design. This is the first time I have seen this, and was wondering if any of you have seen or used an open comb design like this, and if so, what are your thoughts on its performance. Here is a link to the razor in question - http://www.linder.de/en/artikel/Straight_Razors/886107/Razolution_Classic_Razor_-_Carbon_Fiber_Look
Just used for the first time a GEM OCMM very impressed I typically use a DE this was my first SE experience.
Hi,
Once in a while I mention my Grandfather's Old Type. I have not included a pic of it since I was in Dallas working, and this razor was home in NC on the farm. Well, the Dallas job is done (and done early, as I wasn't planning for it to end until March), so I am back home now and can correct the omission.
The sun was reflecting off the mirror this morning, and making an interesting patch of razor-sized light. So, I put Grandpa's razor in the spot and grabbed the cell phone cam. I know. Not so hot, especially since I have this wonderful Kodachrome DSLR (which is a rare beast) that shoots like nothing else. But, the thing about cell phone cameras is one always has it with one, and a cell phone pic is better than no pic at all...
Anyway, here it is. Nothing special razor-wise. Just special (to me) because of who owned it.
Now, all I am missing, photo wise, is the other Grandfather's straight razor (buried in a drawer around here somewhere) and my Dad's Tech (which is at my Mom's still, right where he left it).
Edit: Oh, and I never bother to clean the Old Type up. I rather like the patina. It came by it naturally.
Stan
Once in a while I mention my Grandfather's Old Type. I have not included a pic of it since I was in Dallas working, and this razor was home in NC on the farm. Well, the Dallas job is done (and done early, as I wasn't planning for it to end until March), so I am back home now and can correct the omission.
The sun was reflecting off the mirror this morning, and making an interesting patch of razor-sized light. So, I put Grandpa's razor in the spot and grabbed the cell phone cam. I know. Not so hot, especially since I have this wonderful Kodachrome DSLR (which is a rare beast) that shoots like nothing else. But, the thing about cell phone cameras is one always has it with one, and a cell phone pic is better than no pic at all...
Anyway, here it is. Nothing special razor-wise. Just special (to me) because of who owned it.
Now, all I am missing, photo wise, is the other Grandfather's straight razor (buried in a drawer around here somewhere) and my Dad's Tech (which is at my Mom's still, right where he left it).
Edit: Oh, and I never bother to clean the Old Type up. I rather like the patina. It came by it naturally.
Stan
I came home tonight and found this waiting for me...
Not the greatest condition, but it is certainly usable.
But it is my first NEW, so I am pretty happy with it.
Not the greatest condition, but it is certainly usable.
But it is my first NEW, so I am pretty happy with it.
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Stan, thank you for sharing such a wonderful story, we all appreciate it here at BOTOC. I too agree to leave the patina since it has all of your heritage DNA.Hi,
Once in a while I mention my Grandfather's Old Type. I have not included a pic of it since I was in Dallas working, and this razor was home in NC on the farm. Well, the Dallas job is done (and done early, as I wasn't planning for it to end until March), so I am back home now and can correct the omission.
The sun was reflecting off the mirror this morning, and making an interesting patch of razor-sized light. So, I put Grandpa's razor in the spot and grabbed the cell phone cam. I know. Not so hot, especially since I have this wonderful Kodachrome DSLR (which is a rare beast) that shoots like nothing else. But, the thing about cell phone cameras is one always has it with one, and a cell phone pic is better than no pic at all...
Anyway, here it is. Nothing special razor-wise. Just special (to me) because of who owned it.
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Now, all I am missing, photo wise, is the other Grandfather's straight razor (buried in a drawer around here somewhere) and my Dad's Tech (which is at my Mom's still, right where he left it).
Edit: Oh, and I never bother to clean the Old Type up. I rather like the patina. It came by it naturally.
Stan
For us any condition OC is tip top shape no matter what.I came home tonight and found this waiting for me...
Not the greatest condition, but it is certainly usable.
But it is my first NEW, so I am pretty happy with it.
I dont get any DE, just other non related links.
Hey Alex, look a little deeper.
http://www.linder.de/en/artikel/886112/Razolution_Classic_Razor_-_Bird's_Eye_Maple_Look
Sorry! Not sure what happened. All the razors are listed under Straights on their site for some reason. This link should work.
http://www.linder.de/en/shop/Straight_Razors
http://www.linder.de/en/shop/Straight_Razors
Just bought a rhodium OC Aristocrat (thread in main shaving forum). Will post pics when it arrives.
interesting it says its stainless chrome plated .......
I like this handle 
Hi,
Item comes with 10 razor blades in a nice gift box. Razor blades not included.
Not that I want a dual blade razor with or without blades.....
Stan
Item comes with 10 razor blades in a nice gift box. Razor blades not included.
Not that I want a dual blade razor with or without blades.....
Stan
I like the look of the open combs, but for the price, I would expect them to made with something better than pot metal.
Especially since you can get nice performers in Pot Metal for far less. I like my Cadet/RazoRocks and did not have to pay nearly that much for them.
Or get a FaTip, made entirely of brass & also very cheap.
Well, I am spoiled by my vintage Gillette OCs so the Cadets/RRs (which I got at a great price) only are fitted to larger modern handles. No need for a FaTip as I seem to have enough brass in the house to start up a symphony orchestra.
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