Thread: Torrey Razor

Henckles is my next find I hear they are great shavers as well.

Henckels are good shavers bit be careful when bidding on them for they are rapidly becoming the new "Double Ducks".

What are double ducks and what should I look for in henkels

Originally Posted by Bnick

What are double ducks and what should I look for in henkels

Double Ducks are a brand of straight razor that appear to be one of the most sought after collectable straight razors on eBay, LOL. Most common are the Goldedge, Wonderedge and Satinedge. I own a few and in the opinion of most including myself, they are excellent shavers but have been extremely overpriced lately. Heres a link to a Wonderedge that was up for auction.
Old dubl duck Wonderedge Straight Razor One of the Best - eBay (item 250685790568 end time Aug-29-10 19:00:55 PDT)

As far as what to look for in a Henckels. I would focus on the condition of the blade. Try to avoid rust, pitting and ugly overhoning that has eaten up the blade. I hear Henckels are great shavers too. I just got one but haven't had a chance to use it. I won it on an ebay bid. Pics were not that great so I didn't realize the toe( tip of blade) was honed down so much. This disappointed me but it still appears to be a usable razor. Here's a pic of it ( Razor on the left)

I know the Henkel I want but I don't think I can spend the kind of money they want for this one but this is the style I want I love the spine on this.
STRAIGHT RAZOR HENCKElS 7/8" INOX NEW AWESOME !! - eBay (item 160475016305 end time Sep-29-10 10:54:54 PDT)

here is another one I am looking at I doubt the price will stay this low though.
FRIODUR J.A.HENCKELS SOLINGEN CUT THROAT RAZOR 70 1/2 - eBay (item 230518393486 end time Sep-05-10 11:46:21 PDT)

Yeah that first Henckels looks like a nice strong heavy blade. I've seen that blade before on eBay but matched with different scales at a lower price. Couldn't see the second listing. Said it was removed. I like big blades like that. Nice find.

Originally Posted by ShoreBird

i have two Bokers, a henckles, and a M.Livi to try ahead of the Torrey. Nice problem right?

That is terrible, need some help?

Okay, Here's a few pics of my Torrey 992. Faux Ivory scales with Mother of Pearl Tang. My apologies for the bad pics. I'm a terrible photographer. LOL I haven't shaved with this one yet either but I'll let you know soon enough.

From one New Englander to another, you've got a honey of a razor comming.

someone said the other linked I posted did not work so just trying again here is one I am looking at hope I can get it on the cheap

http://cgi.ebay.com/FRIODUR-J-A-HENC...#ht_500wt_1154