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Reddit mentions of Straight Razor with Mahogany Wood Handle by Sawtooth Shave Co, Includes Carrying Case, Razor Only
Sentiment score: 2
Reddit mentions: 2
We found 2 Reddit mentions of Straight Razor with Mahogany Wood Handle by Sawtooth Shave Co, Includes Carrying Case, Razor Only. Here are the top ones.
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GREAT GIFT FOR ANY MAN - This blade comes pre-sharpened making for an easy stropping prior to the first shave - Perfect for beginners and experts alike.HIGH-QUALITY JAPANESE STAINLESS STEEL blade ensures a perfect shave, every time. With a hardness of 59-61 it will hold an edge longer than softer steels, and sharpens easier than harder steels.7/8 HOLLOW GROUND blade is great for beginners and experts alike - The 7/8 size makes judging the angle easy, and allows for hundreds of sharpenings over many years, making this an item you can gift to the next generationREAL MAHOGANY HANDLE - The beautiful Madagascar Mahogany handle will complement any shaving set, keeping your kit looking classyQUALITY GUARANTEED - Each handmade razor is inspected in the U.S. to ensure maximum quality. 100% Money back Guarantee if you are not pleased with your straight razor!
Specs:
| Color | Razor Only, Mahogany |
| Height | 1.5 Inches |
| Length | 6 Inches |
| Width | 0.5 Inches |
There are three types of inexpensive "straight razors" sold on Amazon. The most common is not a straight razor at all, it's a hair shaper that takes half a double-edge blade. Here is an example. And while they're okay for touching up sideburns or beard lines, they're the wrong tool for the job if you want to shave your face.
Second are the prop razors, a/k/a RSOs, or razor-shaped objects. They're perfect if you're going to be putting on a production of Sweeney Todd, but that's all they're good for. Here is an example. The geometry only bears a passing resemblance to a real straight razor, and the blade is inexpensive steel that won't hold an edge suitable for shaving.
Third are the scam artists' razors. Amazon Marketplace is the habitat of numerous vendors whose sole purpose in life is to sell unusable razors by false advertising. Here is an example. These are actual straight razors, but they're typically made in Pakistan or China, and the quality is extremely low. An expert honemeister might (emphasis on might) be able to fix one of these up and make it usable, but that will cost you many times the price of the razor, and that's only if you can find someone willing to work on it. More importantly, "usable" is the best you can hope for. Note that some vendors sell the same crap razors for a lot more money - you don't get what you pay for. Other vendors (many of whom have great Amazon reviews) claim that these $5 razors have been honed to shave readiness (example). Generally speaking, they're either woefully misinformed as to how a straight razor should shave, or they're flat-out lying.
Finally, there are real, decent-quality razors available on Amazon. Here is an example. These razors are not inexpensive, and they do not come shave-ready. If you buy one, you will need to send it out to a honemeister, which is going to set you back another $20+.
If you want an inexpensive straight razor, /u/RocTraitor has a bunch of listings on /r/Shave_Bazaar. Take a look at his Regular, Clearance, and Christmas listings, or just get a "sight unseen" razor and strop.
If you're determined to buy on Amazon, the only open razor I'd recommend is a Feather Artist Club. It isn't a straight razor because it uses replaceable blades, and the blades are fairly expensive, but it's actually designed for full-face shaving. I still prefer a real straight razor, but the AC is at least a viable alternative.
I mean, this isn’t exactly it but it’s pretty damn close. It’s called a straight razor and they are pretty efficient for shaving. If you aren’t careful, you will definitely cut yourself.