I really think Ern may be my favorite vintage razor. It's interesting, as I didn't realize Crown/Sword was Ern as well. I have both-pics to post later- and they both give me excellent shaves. They have similar, if not the same grind. I enjoy the thicker spines that each has. I do like a nice extra hollow- such as F.W.E. The has a thinner spine, but as my straight shaving and preferences evolve, I'm finding myself grab for the thicker spine straights(Ern, Filly, Kamisori, my custom Bruno Fixed blade Western Kami, etc) much more frequently then the thinner ones. Furthermore, as I continue to hone my honing skills(HA- see what I did there!!) I really do enjoy honing these razors. I find I just enjoy the weight, thicker spine, and just overall feel more than the thinner, "singing" type blades. Eventually, will pick up a Craftsman-Ern I really like the look and I love Craftsman anyhow!!
Will post pics later.
Cheers,
Dan
Will post pics later.
Cheers,
Dan