Most sought after American steel?

[The*Cincinnati*Kid]

I am fairly new to straights and was wondering what you collectors prefer when it comes to American razors? I have aquired a decent collection of Sheffield steel from the start, last November, but I'm looking to pick up some home grown steel here in the future and would love some suggestions on classics or must haves.

Regards
Louis

[Legion]

The Case razors are quite popular. Genco too.

[johnmrson]

Cattaragus are an excellent US made straight.

[Wid]

Waterville Cutlery.

[Hawkeye5]

I find there are lots of excellent US made razors. I like the larger Case Red Imps and Union Spikes in particular.

I just wish there were more 13/16ths hollow ground US razors. Seems most tend to max out at 6/8ths such as the Clauss and Torreys.

[danjared]

Ah, you see, it's not as simple of a game as that. You have to read into the history of them, as many of the brands started out as import razors from Germany and Sheffield. Many (such as myself) are hesitant to name names to avoid hype and prices going into ridiculous territory. Personally, I like being able to buy a nice American razor in good condition for $50 (or even less at times).

[Troggie]

Worchester Razor is another good US brand along with Torrey and Clauss as I have had razors by them in the past. Still haven't gotten my hands on a Case or Genco yet but those are also highly regarded.

Most of them I have found are local finds and tend to be reasonably priced ( 5 to 25 dollars ) so check the local antique stores as well.

[Brownbear]

Haven't found one that wasn't good yet. And especially since they are so reasonable in cost.

[taffy]

I love my genco, and i am on the look for more american steel.

[Seraphim]

Gillette Fusion?

[azmark]

Gillette Fusion?

Alright, who let him in:ohmy:

[danjared]

Gillette Fusion?

And I thought they were made in China. Across the street from the Gold Dollar factory, right?

[azmark]

Ah, you see, it's not as simple of a game as that. You have to read into the history of them, as many of the brands started out as import razors from Germany and Sheffield. Many (such as myself) are hesitant to name names to avoid hype and prices going into ridiculous territory. Personally, I like being able to buy a nice American razor in good condition for $50 (or even less at times).

Agreed. All American razors I have are magnificent razors.

[azmark]

And I thought they were made in China. Across the street from the Gold Dollar factory, right?

That's just cold.:lol:

[tvldatsi]

I have a case wedge that was my favorite shaver before I dulled it removing pitting. now it's my favorite dull razor :) I'm always on the lookout for gencos, cases, torreys and clauss,' but you must forget all of that so they stay (relatively) cheap

[Seraphim]

And I thought they were made in China. Across the street from the Gold Dollar factory, right?

Gillettes are made right there in Boston.


Maybe that's why you left town?:001_tongu

[Seraphim]

To the original poster:

You will most likely find that most any vintage razor you purchase will be a fine shaver once properly honed. Brand really has little to do with performance. You are looking for a sharp piece of steel to sever your whiskers, it is the simplest of tools. Even those cheap, made in China, Gold Dollars will make quick work of your whiskers.


Much of the draw of fine razors is their aesthetic, which does relate to manufacturer, and certain types of steel do have a certain "feel" to them, but that is personal preference and is much akin to fine wine tasting in that you must develop your palate by sampling many different varieties.

Buy any and all razors that strikes your fancy. Razors from the US, Sheffield, Sweden, France, Japan, Solingen, Spain, China......anywhere but Pakistan really.

[danjared]

Gillettes are made right there in Boston.


Maybe that's why you left town?:001_tongu

Hey, I have the shame of going to the same school as William Nickerson, the inventor of the disposal safety blade and cofounder of Gillette. But no, that's not why I left. :tongue_sm

[Harvitz81]

.....anywhere but Pakistan really.

I don't know.......Haven't you seen those $120 Pakistan Damascus razors that have been making their way onto eBay lately.......:001_rolle

[Seraphim]

I don't know.......Haven't you seen those $120 Pakistan Damascus razors that have been making their way onto eBay lately.......:001_rolle

Yes, and thusly I stand by my original statement!:w00t:

[taffy]

Thanks guys, here I am planning to get a torrey, and what do you lot do..........name a bunch more american razors to get, wish I never read this post ;)

[Obiwan]

All of the Torrey razors that I've bought have been great shavers and always found at a reasonable price.

[pinkpony]

you guys are makin me jealous hearing this names.

[bonusmarple]

Gillette Fusion?

Get a rope!

[fine wine]

HARTSTEEL..............And don't run it down just because you can't afford it..
I can't afford a Corvette, but I know they're still a great car...

[Easttexasman]

HARTSTEEL..............And don't run it down just because you can't afford it..
I can't afford a Corvette, but I know they're still a great car...

+1 My Hart Steel razor is a wonderful razor.I wrote Hart Steel an e-mail telling them how much I apprecate the razor and I asked if there could possibly be a different style or grind coming out and they responded saying that they are going to come out with some different styles at the end of the year.

Paul

[tvldatsi]

+1 My Hart Steel razor is a wonderful razor.I wrote Hart Steel an e-mail telling them how much I apprecate the razor and I asked if there could possibly be a different style or grind coming out and they responded saying that they are going to come out with some different styles at the end of the year.

Paul

Thanks for telling me this... I was teetering, but I will be patient for more options:001_smile

[fine wine]

+1 My Hart Steel razor is a wonderful razor.I wrote Hart Steel an e-mail telling them how much I apprecate the razor and I asked if there could possibly be a different style or grind coming out and they responded saying that they are going to come out with some different styles at the end of the year.

Paul

OK.......It's up to you Paul to try to put a group buy together........ You know them ,they know you, now..........Get to work and get us a great buy!:thumbup:

[Easttexasman]

OK.......It's up to you Paul to try to put a group buy together........ You know them ,they know you, now..........Get to work and get us a great buy!:thumbup:

LOL,I would say I know them just because we exchanged one e-mail.

Paul