pils 101ne or101nn
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Just curious - where did you read that?
That may have been a myth some are brass, But the all steel model may, stainless model is the Pils 101NE, stainless model Pils 101NE, 118NN a steel head and handle, 101NE is all steel
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I have the all stainless 101NE and so far no issues at all.I always coat the head with a lil mineral oil whenever I change the blade,I do this with all my razors even the straights.
Yes, the all stainless PILS razors have been known to rust - I had one that did - but I have never seen an explanation from the company as to why. You can see an example here: http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showth...NE-and-Morris-and-Forndhan-Horn-Handled-Brush.
I believe the non-stainless models are nickel plated brass. http://www.royalshave.com/p/401-086-00/pils-safety-razor-101nn.html
P.S. I am not sure if you can still find them, but iKon made a PILS clone called the Modern, which was made from a marine grade of stainless steel that I guess is rust proof (or was advertised as such). http://www.italianbarber.com/ikon-shave-craft-modern-razor-with-deluxe-leather-case
I believe the non-stainless models are nickel plated brass. http://www.royalshave.com/p/401-086-00/pils-safety-razor-101nn.html
P.S. I am not sure if you can still find them, but iKon made a PILS clone called the Modern, which was made from a marine grade of stainless steel that I guess is rust proof (or was advertised as such). http://www.italianbarber.com/ikon-shave-craft-modern-razor-with-deluxe-leather-case
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The explanation from the company.
"Regarding the rust, it was not a general problem, only a few customers unfortunately had some problems with the rust that occurred on their blades. To make our razors even more resistant against rust from the blades, we now developed a special method to protect the inner surface of the razors. While we cannot completely exclude the encrustation of the rusting blade on the material, it will definitely be easier to remove it. In general, we suggest to carefully clean the razor after shaving and to let it dry completely, as well as apply a special oil from time to time to further protect the inner surfaces. "
Whether that is true or not, it remains to be seen. But there ARE some people who did not have any rust issues.
My Modern (and all my iKons) have never shown signs of rust. I've had blades rust in them, but the razor just wipes off. Very good quality of steel for use in a razor.
Ken
Thanks for sharing. Dasar. I have seen other comments blaming the rust on carbon blades, but I use stainless. Ironically, the PILS was the only razor I have ever used that rusted...and it had been sitting empty for 2 or 3 weeks when I discovered it. Hopefully PILS' new process has made rust a thing of the past as it is a beautiful razor..
