Handmade Artisan Straight Razor

Description

Fresh off the bench is this 6/8 + hand made straight razor. With a 1/4 hollow hollow grind and slightly over 6/8 wide, this razor glides through whiskers effortlessly. This razor features jimps on the bottom of the tang and a French point that is blunted, as weel as an extra large monkey tail making for a grazo that is easy to control and provides great maneuverability and comfort. The scales are Purple Paua ALVS with a black micarta wedge that was hand shaped to fit the scales and razor perfectly. The pins and washers are stacked with alternating stainless steel and brass for a contrasting look with stainless pivot washers for a smooth tight pivoting action with the blade closing center on the scales. The bevel is even and small. This razor was finished on a JNAT natural hone and a final stropping on a horsehide loom strop. The edge is extremely keen and sharp but not harsh. The shave is very smooth, comfortable, and effortless with no tugging.
The specs are:
Steel: 22 layer Japanese San Mai
Core: Takefu White Steel (shiro 2)
Grind: 1/4 Hollow
Point: French
Width: 6/8+
Scales: Black Micarta
Heat Treat: Steel was normalized 2 times followed by 1 quenching cycle in preheated oil. It was then tempered for 2 times to reach final hardness.
All of my custom work is comes with a lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects. Damage that is a result of mishandling is not covered by this warranty. Free honing for you custom razor is given to the original purchaser for refreshing the shaving edge as needed and the shipping expense of the original purchaser. This does not include edge repairs if the edge is damaged. A Certificate of Authenticity will arrive with the razor
If you have any questions about this razor or interested is a custom razor made specifically for you please don't hesitate to contact me.
Thanks!
Jared H. - Carter Monroe LLC