Here is your personal laser: Heckels Straight Razor, Chestnut Wood
But let's say it from the beginning; we recommend this magnificent model only to experienced straight razor enthusiasts who trust their dexterity, previously used a few straight razors, and mastered stropping and straight razor shave.
In the descriptions of our previous restored Henckels models, we had mentioned about how wonderful steels these razors have. Those compliments are for straight razors like this model. Here we have a masculine model, 13/16” size, extra hollow ground. A flawless paper thin grind, crisp high carbon steel and very high sharpness reminiscent of Japanese kamisori razors.
To make this model even more handsome, we prepared some gorgeous chestnut wood scales. Photos tell by themselves; we don't feel the need to add anything.
As we mentioned above; this straight razor is not for everyone. Sometimes you ask us; if it is hard to shave with a straight razor, is there a possibility to cut yourself. Yes, with this razor, there is a possibility if you can’t control it. But otherwise, it can also give you the shave of your life. If you are confident about yourself, do not miss this model.
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.
Please note; comes only as straight razor; stand image was added as reference.