A tale of three razors

Generally they are carbon steel of some sort. Many blades become magnetized through various processes, but most lose this magnetism as soon as they are placed under running water.

If you have ever been, or are inclined to try a straight, jump in. These things keep gaining in popularity, I doubt there will ever be a better time than now to start enjoying them;)

That said, read up and do it right. Like most things worth doing, it's not easily mastered and making friends with those that can help you, is always a great idea. There are many mistakes that you can easily avoid with a little shared wisdom;)

It is also not as cheap to get started as a cheap disposable and a can of crappy shaving goo...but cheap is never worth it;) Invest wisely (finances and knowledge) and you will be rewarded with transforming something mundane like a necessary morning routine into a relaxing and enjoyable ritual that you look forward to each day.
 
Thanks a lot for the reply. I totally agree cheap is never the way to go. Even though a quality piece will probably be a bit spendy, really in the long run you get what you pay for.
 
Yes a quality piece (or several) is spendy. However for me it makes a lot more sense and happiness to own an expensive blade that I use every day and enjoy to its full capacity in every single use. Further, with this daily use, it will easily last my lifetime and perhaps several more if my descendants so desire.

I find it much easier to justify owning, enjoying and using top shelf razors. I have some really nice knives, but the truly top shelf pieces are rarely actually used, because this use (if conducted in the capacity the knife was intended) will diminish the piece in a relatively short time (I can demonstrate this quite easily;))

That is how I feel about it anyway;)
 
Thanks for all the info and help. Our talk today was really eye opening. I think I can actually figure this stuff out if I'm not careful.

If any of you are getting into shaving with straights, I highly recommend a good razor and most of all a good professional honing. It makes all the difference in the world.
 
The Carbo-Magnetic is by Griffon. The Wedge is R. Rogers and Sons and the other is stamped Karl Gogarten. I know nothing of Karl but the razor is really nice. It seems to be made of good steel and shaves like a dream.
 
Are you asking what brands are the razors posted in this thread, or what brands are associated with good razors that are suitable for a truly great shave?
 
Once again, thanks for the help Ken. I shaved with it this morning and it was an absolute dream. A guy could really get to enjoying this feeling.
 
I think so. It was as smooth a shave as I've ever had. You must be as good a teacher as you are a honer.
 
Tonight I'm stuck in a motel and therefore have all the time in the world and more hot water than I can use. Now I have to decide what to shave with...

 
Those are some fine looking razors! I've been considering getting one lately. I think this is the first time I've looked into this forum. I've got plenty to learn.
 
jkwithawave said:
Those are some fine looking razors! I've been considering getting one lately. I think this is the first time I've looked into this forum. I've got plenty to learn.
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Thanks. They are sure a treat to use. Like i said though, I had been using one for decades before having them professionally honed and boy was I missing out. Yeah, I got a decent shave before but nothing like I get now.
Find a razor you like and have it honed properly and you will be in for a wonderful experience.
 
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