What straight did you use today? Now with PICTURES

**NBT** · 08-04-2012, 07:53 AM

Well, I have waited long enough to pull this straight out and give it a ride.
Long story short is this C-Mon was grandpa's...and given to me (along with a blade and another razor) by my Uncle once he heard I was straight razor shaving.
This straight sat in a jewelry box after Grandpa passed, and discovered after Grandma passed 2 years ago.
I sent this straight off to be honed and cleaned up by Ambrose/Jose...and upon it's return...was oiled...and stored in the safe. I thought about using it on his B-Day...special family occasion...ect....but honestly never got around to it.
Recently I pulled Grandpas C-Mon, one other straight, and a blade that was given to me out of the safe. I checked the condition of the C-Mon and as you can see...it's in perfect condition. I gave it a wipe down, stropped it, and lightly oiled the blade again. As I opened the other box, and found the "Ohio" (where were from) and the Boker blade... I figured that there was no use in letting them just sit around....SO...
I PIF'd them in hope that someone could give them new life. They went within 40 seconds of the post on the Shaving Mall, B/S/T.
Long and short of it can be read here: http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/303572-Free
I did not post the history of the blades that I gave away, and honestly was not sure Grandpa actually used them.
The C-Mon had stories of Mom watching Grandpa sling lather, and some pretty funny bathroom tales told to me over the years.
I considered putting the razor back into the safe, but decided to use it instead.
That was the right call!
During the shave, I tried to reflect as many times spent with Grandpa as a kid. Holiday's...the aroma of his pipe tobacco, his wit, and how he always called Grandma "mother". Hard to believe he's been gone 30 years already...and yet...I get to be reminded of him now, as the C-Mon is staying in the rotation versus the safe.
Regarding the C-Mon....what a great little razor this guy is. So light in the hand...extremely sharp....and just a pleasure to use.
As you can see, I put it to a decent test, which the razor tackled without incident.
It was a tough call between the Aqua, or some vintage Old Spice...but I just love the Aqua...so it ended up making the cut.
Thanks for putting up with the ramble....and thanks Grandpa for a great razor that will always remind me of how great you were to me.

**noahpictures** · 08-04-2012, 02:25 PM

@NBT, great story, thanks for sharing.

**TonyN** · 08-04-2012, 06:02 PM

Originally Posted by noahpictures

@NBT, great story, thanks for sharing.

+1

**Wid** · 08-04-2012, 08:20 PM

Tonight was a No Name razor 11/16. There's nothing on this razor to tell where it's from or a makers mark. It is a great shaver besides not knowing anything about it.

**otto76** · 08-04-2012, 08:29 PM

Originally Posted by Wid

Tonight was a No Name razor 11/16. There's nothing on this razor to tell where it's from or a makers mark. It is a great shaver besides not knowing anything about it.

Good looking razor, I like the transparent scales.

**Wid** · 08-04-2012, 08:40 PM

Originally Posted by otto76

Good looking razor, I like the transparent scales.

It sure reminded me of a DD the way it took an edge.

**TonyN** · 08-05-2012, 12:28 AM

Originally Posted by otto76

Good looking razor, I like the transparent scales.

+1...Good looking straight Rick.

**Wid** · 08-05-2012, 04:26 AM

Thanks brother.

**Gissy** · 08-05-2012, 04:52 AM

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Still the Gotta!

**Wid** · 08-05-2012, 02:04 PM

Today it was a Feather SS in lime green.

**gash** · 08-05-2012, 02:42 PM

Henkotsu with Valobra, again. I love the smoothness of this combo. Valobra is quickly becoming one of my favorite soaps.

**noahpictures** · 08-05-2012, 03:07 PM

Paul Mullenberg 32, Solingen. Smooth!

**Antique Hoosier** · 08-05-2012, 03:28 PM

5/8 Vintage Friodur Twinworks

**otto76** · 08-05-2012, 08:34 PM

Ern Ator with RR 888 this morning.

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**Wid** · 08-06-2012, 03:10 PM

Crown and Sword 5/8

**superbleu** · 08-06-2012, 03:15 PM

Rick, is that your black Arki? It looks humungous.

**Wid** · 08-06-2012, 03:21 PM

Originally Posted by superbleu

Rick, is that your black Arki? It looks humungous.

Yes it is, it's an 8x3x1.

**California Cajun** · 08-06-2012, 08:57 PM

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Both are Filarmonica Doble Temple 12
Used the one on top 08/04/12
Used the one on bottom 08/06/12

Afeitado Doble Magnifico!

**otto76** · 08-06-2012, 10:37 PM

Shaving with my shorts tonight! I made the scales from Micarta that Doc made me from the remnants of the best pair of shorts I've ever owned.
With MWF. Smooth as toad pudding:)

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**shakin_jake** · 08-07-2012, 12:50 AM

what a fun little (9/16) shaver this one is. Full Hollow, took a very nice edge (J-Nat)...I've shaved with it twice now and have gotten incredible shaves both times using Proraso Pre shave and Proraso Shave Soap (old formula) along with one of my Omega 48 boar brushes. First shave the other night I finished with Brut Splash On, this last shave a half hour ago, I didn't use any A/S but I spritzed some Givency Vetyver on my neck and wrists. I'm clean shaven and I feel like a million buck$

Best,

Jake
Reddick Fla.