Phil Harmonica
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I find no problem whatsover regarding it splaying. I did however install the knot using silicone seal, just in case I need to pull it out and any adjustments need to be made.
2024 Shaving Acquisitions Thread
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silverlifter
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Gargravarr
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Just a word of warning: sometimes that silicone just does not give that knot up. I've had a few brushes where I've had to resort to destructive means to extract a silicone-mounted knot...
Phil Harmonica
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Perhaps I should have clarified that I only use a drop of silicone less than the size of a pea for testing purposes. I can then remove the knot simply by twisting and pulling. I have never had a problem using this method. There are times where I may need to add or subtract a coin in order to adjust the loft before the final installation.
silverlifter
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How’s your butcher collection going?
silverlifter
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Are you trying to tell me you’re bloody bald, trying to re-grow hair using technology.
silverlifter
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Well, I am bald. But I'm not trying to regrow my hair... You should consider trying to stimulate your brain from time to time. We'd all be surprised by the result!
Phil Harmonica
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I love using this razor. It’s the only Italian razor in my collection. A 7/8 full hollow. It was made by Nicola Mastropietro (1877-1973) in Campobasso, Italy around 1900. Nicola was a well-known cutler affectionately nicknamed by the locals, “The Poet of Steel”.
Last month my wife asked me, “what do you want for your birthday”? So, I sent it to Dion at DC Blades for new scales (Black/Red G10). Just got it back late Friday.
To compliment it, @TroyTools made a Black/Red handle for me.
1909 newspaper ad:
Last month my wife asked me, “what do you want for your birthday”? So, I sent it to Dion at DC Blades for new scales (Black/Red G10). Just got it back late Friday.
To compliment it, @TroyTools made a Black/Red handle for me.
1909 newspaper ad:
silverlifter
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Gargravarr
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That is a beautiful pairing. Reminds me somewhat of Ferrari, but with more class. Well done everybody, and happy birthday @Phil HarmonicaI love using this razor. It’s the only Italian razor in my collection. A 7/8 full hollow. It was made by Nicola Mastropietro (1877-1973) in Campobasso, Italy around 1900. Nicola was a well-known cutler affectionately nicknamed by the locals, “The Poet of Steel”.
Last month my wife asked me, “what do you want for your birthday”? So, I sent it to Dion at DC Blades for new scales (Black/Red G10). Just got it back late Friday.
To compliment it, @TroyTools made a Black/Red handle for me.
1909 newspaper ad:
Wow - beautiful!I love using this razor. It’s the only Italian razor in my collection. A 7/8 full hollow. It was made by Nicola Mastropietro (1877-1973) in Campobasso, Italy around 1900. Nicola was a well-known cutler affectionately nicknamed by the locals, “The Poet of Steel”.
Last month my wife asked me, “what do you want for your birthday”? So, I sent it to Dion at DC Blades for new scales (Black/Red G10). Just got it back late Friday.
To compliment it, @TroyTools made a Black/Red handle for me.
1909 newspaper ad:
silverlifter
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Zenith 27x50mm Unbleached Boar in Olive Wood
Phil Harmonica
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Pre-1914 Kropp, 6/8 full hollow. Made in England, ground in Hamburg.
Post WWI ad. "ALL-BRITISH"
Post WWI ad. "ALL-BRITISH"
ThumbpickerCGP
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Dovo Barbarossa... Just came - my first real straight (i.e. not a shavette)... Checked it on the granite - seems flat.
Gargravarr
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I had told myself "no more Yardley", but I can resist anything except temptation. Especially when late night libations are involved...
Ebonysw45
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Wow that cost a lot. If your lovely wife asks it was 1/5 of the price. I will back you to the hilt.
I had told myself "no more Yardley", but I can resist anything except temptation. Especially when late night libations are involved...
Did you win a scratchy for Christmas from your grandkids
I had told myself "no more Yardley", but I can resist anything except temptation. Especially when late night libations are involved...