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Forzato · 01-31-2008, 08:42 PM

QUICK REVIEW:
DOVO has a good reputation for making quality straight razors. The DOVO Blackstar sampled proved to be quality razor, albeit not absolutely perfect. It is a good value and recommended.

A MORE IN DEPTH REVIEW:
A new DOVO Blackstar 5/8 full hollow ground carbon steel razor with blue pakkawood scales was examined and used for this review. It has proven to be a well made razor and takes a keen edge. It is well designed and a pleasure to use. The fit and finish of both scales and blade were very good. It comes with an aluminum hinged case with foam padding. The pakkawood scales are particularly beautiful in this reviewer's opinion (see closeup photo). The DOVO Blackstar razor is quite good except for the following:
1. the grind has a subtle error (uneven thickness) in the stabilizer running parallel, and next to, the edge (not visible in photos)
2. the color looks purple (not blue) under artificial light... see photos
3. the toe of the blade lightly hits the scales upon closing... see photo
Despite these minor issues the DOVO Blackstar is a very good razor and recommended as a shaver. The reasonable price point of about $90 US also makes it a good value in the current marketplace.

The reviewer welcomes any feedback.

01-31-2008, 08:42 PM	#1 (permalink)
Forzato Status: < Banned User > Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Imperial America Posts: 41 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	DOVO Blackstar 5/8 straight razor QUICK REVIEW: DOVO has a good reputation for making quality straight razors. The DOVO Blackstar sampled proved to be quality razor, albeit not absolutely perfect. It is a good value and recommended. A MORE IN DEPTH REVIEW: A new DOVO Blackstar 5/8 full hollow ground carbon steel razor with blue pakkawood scales was examined and used for this review. It has proven to be a well made razor and takes a keen edge. It is well designed and a pleasure to use. The fit and finish of both scales and blade were very good. It comes with an aluminum hinged case with foam padding. The pakkawood scales are particularly beautiful in this reviewer's opinion (see closeup photo). The DOVO Blackstar razor is quite good except for the following: 1. the grind has a subtle error (uneven thickness) in the stabilizer running parallel, and next to, the edge (not visible in photos) 2. the color looks purple (not blue) under artificial light... see photos 3. the toe of the blade lightly hits the scales upon closing... see photo Despite these minor issues the DOVO Blackstar is a very good razor and recommended as a shaver. The reasonable price point of about $90 US also makes it a good value in the current marketplace. The reviewer welcomes any feedback. Attached Images Last edited by Forzato; 02-01-2008 at 05:27 AM.