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Old 08-24-2008, 09:11 AM   #1 (permalink)
 
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I'm wanting to try straight razors and I was wondering are there any brands/makers that arent worth bothering with?
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Old 08-24-2008, 11:05 AM   #2 (permalink)
 
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Hi,
Avoid anything of Pakistani origin. Zeepk are apparently awful. Stick to German/Sheffield to be safe, but there are others of note.
Ebay can offer some surprises, both good & bad. Altima55 is a reputable seller there, the classifieds here or dovo are a safe place to start.
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+1, go to the classifieds here. You can't go wrong with a restored, shave ready razor.
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Old 08-24-2008, 03:38 PM   #4 (permalink)
 
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Take a look at the following thread: CRITICAL INFO FOR NEW MEMBERS!!: Read This Before Buying/Using A Straight Razor!!

About half way down are some recommended and some stay away from even if they are free razors.

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