Do you know straight razor anatomy?

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Not to mention this is one beautiful Nichiri Co. King Pelikan blade! Can you spot the little quirk on this razor? Hint. It has to do with spelling.

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NOS Vintage Staraet Super 45 Yasuki Tamahagane Steel Japanese Straight Razor Kamisori ~ Shave Ready ! photo review
Abraham Perez Serra
October 6, 2024
Nowhere else you will find this quality of all, buy with confidence. Staraet Super 45 Yasuki Steel.
If the product looks good in the pictures that Ryan posts, wait until you have it in your hands, the quality of the product is beyond compare, so much so that I did hesitate to use it, it feels more l...More
If the product looks good in the pictures that Ryan posts, wait until you have it in your hands, the quality of the product is beyond compare, so much so that I did hesitate to use it, it feels more like you should display it instead. I honestly don't believe you will find a product of this quality anywhere else, let alone for the very good prices offered here. The first shave with this blade was way better than expected, smooth as butter, fluid as water and a whole enjoyable experience.
Besides the extraordinary razor, Ryan stands by his products and services, with firmness and ethics that I haven't seen before, I will be monitoring this website every time I am looking for a new razor. I don't intend to buy nowhere else, and you shouldn't neither, if you are serious about the whole straight razor shaving experience, look no further, here is what you're looking for.
NOS Vintage Inoue Tosuke Kikusui Steel Kamisori + Custom Strop Set ~ Hand Wrapped Rattan Japanese Straight Razor ~ Shave Ready ! photo review
NOS Vintage Inoue Tosuke Kikusui Steel Kamisori + Custom Strop Set ~ Hand Wrapped Rattan Japanese Straight Razor ~ Shave Ready ! photo review
NOS Vintage Inoue Tosuke Kikusui Steel Kamisori + Custom Strop Set ~ Hand Wrapped Rattan Japanese Straight Razor ~ Shave Ready ! photo review
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LesC
March 18, 2024
Happy beyond belief (Inoue Tosuke, Kamisori and Strop set)
The Kamisori and Strop set arrived today, very well packaged, the Kamisori was out of the case individually wrapped and well secured, the case and strop were both individually wrapped also. Upon openi...More
The Kamisori and Strop set arrived today, very well packaged, the Kamisori was out of the case individually wrapped and well secured, the case and strop were both individually wrapped also. Upon opening and examining the Kamisori, I ''unfortunately" reached a decision that this is to fine a set to use on a daily basis (as intended), instead it is now in my razor display in the study, taking the spotlight!!. I will now continue to use my R2 steel Tosuke until I locate another NOS Kamisori that is "not" as lovely as this one!! I would have no hesitation purchasing from Ryan @ Shave Armory again, with the quality product I received, e-mail questions and advice answered promptly and in detail, I couldn't be any happier, cheers Ryan
NOS Vintage Dorko 43 Near Wedge Solingen Germany Straight Razor ~ Will make shave ready ! photo review
William Dalton
July 7, 2022
Just Fantastic!
This is from my "Shave of the Day" with my new Dorko.."Dorko #43 Premier. Needless to say, I was looking forward to this shave with much anticipation. The Near Wedge silently cleared away my stubb...More
This is from my "Shave of the Day" with my new Dorko..

"Dorko #43 Premier. Needless to say, I was looking forward to this shave with much anticipation. The Near Wedge silently cleared away my stubble.. The edge was "as supplied" by Ryan at Shave Armory, off his Nakayama Maruka.. very keen, and I used a light touch, as the HHT was quite vivid. Those who know me know that I like heavy grinds, and I'm very happy with the Dorko!"
Vintage Hard 50 H.Y.S.2.7. Yasuki Tamahagane Steel Japanese Straight Razor Kamisori ~ Shave Ready ! photo review
Mike Decherd
May 15, 2022
Another Excellent Razor
I am enjoying this new addition to my collection. I really like Ryan’s edges.
NOS Vintage Filarmonica 13G Doble Temple Made In Spain Straight Razor ~ Shave Ready ! photo review
Kai
January 27, 2022
Excellent
The razor is even nicer than the pictures. Excellent condition, like new! Great service all the way, and I will definetly buy more razors from this shop.
COLT 8300 Half Hollow Ground Japanese Straight Razor Kamisori Rare ~ Will make shave ready ! photo review
adegaz
January 20, 2022
Colt 8300
Fast shipping . Item looks brand new and I am very pleased. Will be shopping here again .
NOS Vintage TOYO T. The Scheön Burg 777 Swedish Steel Japanese Straight Razor Kamisori Rare ~ Will make shave ready ! photo review
phillip.owen
January 9, 2022
Excellent service
Ryan Is a man who takes great pride in his work and this is reflected in the quality of his razors and service, both of which are excellent. Will be ordering from him again and would not hesitate to r...More
Ryan Is a man who takes great pride in his work and this is reflected in the quality of his razors and service, both of which are excellent. Will be ordering from him again and would not hesitate to recommend him, thanks again Ryan
Vintage C.V. Heljestrand MK No. 33 Eskilstuna Sweden Straight Razor Kamisori Rare ~ Will make shave ready ! photo review
Tommy
December 28, 2021
Buy With Confidence
I have purchased three razors from Shave Armory, and I concur with the sentiments expressed in the other glowing reviews. The razors from Shave Armory are top quality and wicked sharp. Ryan is an abs...More
I have purchased three razors from Shave Armory, and I concur with the sentiments expressed in the other glowing reviews. The razors from Shave Armory are top quality and wicked sharp. Ryan is an absolute joy to work with. He's extremely knowledgeable, competent, and friendly. BUY WITH CONFIDENCE.
Vintage Filarmonica 13P Novodur Made In Spain Straight Razor ~ Shave Ready ! photo review
Patrick
September 27, 2021
Filarmonica 13P Novodur
J'ai réceptionné mon Fila Novodur. Tout simplement superbe, d'abord à l'oeil, vu qu'il semble neuf, mais surtout au rasage. Je l'ai testé dès réception, sans même le passer au strop, afin de juger. Il...More
J'ai réceptionné mon Fila Novodur. Tout simplement superbe, d'abord à l'oeil, vu qu'il semble neuf, mais surtout au rasage. Je l'ai testé dès réception, sans même le passer au strop, afin de juger. Il est véritablement "shave ready". La lame est tranchante et douce. FAN-TAS-TI-QUE ! Merci Ryan.

An amazing Fila, truly NOS and truly shave ready. What a treat for my face !
Vintage Elizabeth Hitachi Yasuki Tamahagane Japanese Straight Razor Kamisori Rare ~ Will make shave ready ! photo review
Mike Decherd
July 27, 2021
It exceeded my expectations
This razor is stunning and the edge is first class. I received it quickly and it was as described. It exceeded my expectations.
Thank you very much Ryan.
NOS Vintage Cherub 2070 Best Steel Japanese Straight Razor ~ Will make shave ready ! photo review
Michael
December 7, 2019
One of the most keen comfortable edges I've experienced
This razor was received yesterday expertly packaged by Ryan with one of the most keen comfortable edges I've experienced. I shaved with it this morning and it effortlessly removed a 4 day growth. I ha...More
This razor was received yesterday expertly packaged by Ryan with one of the most keen comfortable edges I've experienced. I shaved with it this morning and it effortlessly removed a 4 day growth. I have to say with all the razors I've purchased from Shave Armory , Ryan is really consistent. All questions are promptly answered, the purchases are shipped promptly being securely packaged and most important is his consistency in putting a superb edge on a blade! I think he sells top notch merchandise and would never hesitate to make another purchase from him. You can really trust the way he describes what he sells.

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