Heljestrand razors are one of the most important and valuable straight razor brands in Sweden. Founded by Olof Heljestrand in 1808, the company passed on to his first son and then to his second son, Carl Viktor Heljestrand, after his death. Under his leadership, the brand value has gradually increased, and the Heljestrand brand has become a famous brand known for its quality all over the world. Even today it is one of the most valued manufacturers of Swedish razors.
This 9/16” size full hollow Mk. 2 model is a nimble razor in good condition. In terms of steel, Carl Victor Heljestrand No:2 Straight Razor has a steel that is significantly harder and tougher than traditional Swedish straight razors, resembling the steel of a German razor. We combine this stylish and elegant straight razor with ram horn scales.
Recommended for Swedish straight razor lovers.
Straight Razor Care Instructions
Unlike any other shaving tools, straight razors require special care. The cutting edge must be protected from impacts and contact with any hard surface. After each shave you must clean and dry your straight razor with a soft paper towel without touching the very edge and strop it to keep it sharp. You can strop on the canvas side of your strop to clean the cutting edge after each shave. Please do not try to sharpen your straight razor by yourself if you don’t have adequate honing experience, otherwise you can cause irreparable damage. You may consult our straight razor honing service. If you won’t be using your straight razor for a long time, it’s best to cover it with a thin coat of oil to keep it rust free. This is especially important for straight razors with carbon steels, as carbon steel is very prone to rust in humid conditions. Keep your straight razor in a dry place and out of children’s reach.
CAUTION: Straight razors are serious tools for experienced users who know their faces, skins, whisker types and how to lather well. They can cause serious accidents and injuries in the hands of people without enough experience. If you’re enthusiastic about traditional wet shaving but don’t have the experience needed for using a straight razor, then we recommend checking out our double edge safety razors first.
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