Razors that begin with B

[mycarver]

It can always be added to at any time but it seems we got our fill

of “A” razors.
Here’s a start for tonight’s shave. US made as well.
A.Bannister , Newark NJ. 1884-1915. All I’ve done is hone it.

 

[Darth Scandalous]

Brintnall and Lamb (I assume this is just the reseller). Could also go under "C" I suppose.

E.A. Berg is well known of course.

 

[mycarver]

Brintnall and Lamb (I assume this is just the reseller). Could also go under "C" I suppose.
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E.A. Berg is well known of course.
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It all works.
Interestingly the guide lists around 180 makers.

 

[rbscebu]

B is for "Bengall" - T.R. Cadman of course.

Over the years I have collected a few, mainly so that others don't have to put up with SRs not taking or holding an edge. I would definitely not recommend any Bengalls, particularly pre-1924, to any SR shaver.

Most of the following are pre-1924. I'm trying my best to save other SR shavers.

Some ⅝ Dutch points

A matching twin set of 6/8 Dutch points

A set of restored 6/8 with different point styles.
From top to bottom; French, Spanish, American (square) and spike.​

 

[bernie01]

 

[Seelector]

B is for Böker

This is my second ever straight razor and the one I learned to hone with. It was my favourite razor for the better part of a year but has recently been overtaken by a couple other blades. It’s still a great shaver and I always enjoy using it.

 

[mycarver]

Here’s a first batch.
Barden
Hugo Becker
G. Benet (stub tail in ivory. Shaves!)
E. A. Berg

 

[Tomo]

BK42

 

[Tomo]

Böker

 

[Tomo]

Bengall

 

[ZeelandsRoem]

I am not going to spam with my Boker "collection", so I am mentioning another name instead.

Bohler, which takes an edge really easily and was the only razor to cut though my finger all the way to the bone when I looked out the window for a fraction of second . I know, it was a very stupid mistake, but in my defence, I was distracted. The wound never fully healed, I have a bump in my finger and it still hurts when I am pressing over that spot.

I believe the company still exists today, although they are no longer manufacturing razors. It was founded in 1870.

 

[mycarver]

Why not spam them? I’d like to see them. You bought them, you like them, show em’.
Some sites I go to guys are displaying collections that cover 4x8 panels. It’s just razor porn!
Just my take on it.

 

[ZeelandsRoem]

Okay, so let's try again then. "B" stands for "Böker" as well. I love their razors as the softer steel feels really comfortable on my face. And for this reason, they have a warm spot in my heart. Will probably get more in the future, if they keep manufacturing razors. Unfortunately, in the last 3-4 years, their production lowered and this trend still continues even today.

1. Not the original, but it's a re-issue. The original ones are super hard to find in good condition and also very expensive. I will not pay those prices. The original one was 6/8, but Böker decided to make the re-issue in 5/8 for some reason. I never found out why. This piece you see here is the last one to be made out of 300. It never sold well for Böker, so I doubt they will make too many razors inspired from their history.

Still has the factory edge, I never honed or used this razor. Will come into my rotation probably next year.

2. My first straight razor. Used this one for a few years on a daily basis or every two days.

3. My second razor. Been used daily or every two days for a couple of years.

4. Same as 1., this is not the original one but another re-issue. Never used, never honed. It will come into rotation somewhere next year.

5. I love this one. 7/8, it's perfect for me. Need to tap the pin again as it's getting looser.

6. And last one, a meat chopper. It can cut hair as well.

 

[mycarver]

Okay, so let's try again then. "B" stands for "Böker" as well. I love their razors as the softer steel feels really comfortable on my face. And for this reason, they have a warm spot in my heart. Will probably get more in the future, if they keep manufacturing razors. Unfortunately, in the last 3-4 years, their production lowered and this trend still continues even today.

1. Not the original, but it's a re-issue. The original ones are super hard to find in good condition and also very expensive. I will not pay those prices. The original one was 6/8, but Böker decided to make the re-issue in 5/8 for some reason. I never found out why. This piece you see here is the last one to be made out of 300. It never sold well for Böker, so I doubt they will make too many razors inspired from their history.

Still has the factory edge, I never honed or used this razor. Will come into my rotation probably next year.

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2. My first straight razor. Used this one for a few years on a daily basis or every two days.

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3. My second razor. Been used daily or every two days for a couple of years.

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4. Same as 1., this is not the original one but another re-issue. Never used, never honed. It will come into rotation somewhere next year.

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5. I love this one. 7/8, it's perfect for me. Need to tap the pin again as it's getting looser.

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6. And last one, a meat chopper. It can cut hair as well.

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Okay, so let's try again then. "B" stands for "Böker" as well. I love their razors as the softer steel feels really comfortable on my face. And for this reason, they have a warm spot in my heart. Will probably get more in the future, if they keep manufacturing razors. Unfortunately, in the last 3-4 years, their production lowered and this trend still continues even today.

1. Not the original, but it's a re-issue. The original ones are super hard to find in good condition and also very expensive. I will not pay those prices. The original one was 6/8, but Böker decided to make the re-issue in 5/8 for some reason. I never found out why. This piece you see here is the last one to be made out of 300. It never sold well for Böker, so I doubt they will make too many razors inspired from their history.

Still has the factory edge, I never honed or used this razor. Will come into my rotation probably next year.

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2. My first straight razor. Used this one for a few years on a daily basis or every two days.

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3. My second razor. Been used daily or every two days for a couple of years.

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4. Same as 1., this is not the original one but another re-issue. Never used, never honed. It will come into rotation somewhere next year.

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5. I love this one. 7/8, it's perfect for me. Need to tap the pin again as it's getting looser.

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6. And last one, a meat chopper. It can cut hair as well.

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Oh man! They’re just awesome! Thank you for posting! What a stunning collection . I’m sure many have seen these on SOTD over time but not me while on hiatus for a while.
The bike! I love cycling and never saw this etch.
Side note I just did a frame up restore on an 85’ Univega Nuovo sport . Down to polished lugs and reproduction decals.
Thank you! What a treat.

 

[Wombat ESQ]

B is for B A Bengal, the B is BIG, the A is up to you, if you going to cut yourself, go big and go to the ER.

 

[mycarver]

B is for B A Bengal, the B is BIG, the A is up to you, if you going to cut yourself, go big and go to the ER.

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Typo…. it’s a Biggali,, wow.

 

[mycarver]

Nowhere close to ZeelandsRoems’s but here are my Bokers. I like the one with MOP tang and etch.

 

[joamo]

The B's from today's cataloging.
Bengall

T. Balwinski

Shumates Ben-Hur

 

[Eastcoast30]

Baba Queen

 

[mycarver]

Baba Queen

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Gotta keep my eye out for one. As I mentioned my granddaughter named me Baba. In some languages meaning great ( grand) father or just father . Where she came up with it is beyond me.
And this means barber right?
How appropriate.!