Solingen Straight Razor

This straight razor is produced by Dovo of Solingen, the finest manufacturer of straight razors in the world. From the Spanish Oak handle comes a mirror polished, hollow ground blade forged from Stainless Steel that features gold decorative etching. This truly is an exquisite piece of craftmanship and an ideal addition to any straight razor collection.

This ingenious plastic-handled cut-throat razor actually uses traditional double edged safety razor blades. This not only makes it very affordable, but when the blade becomes less sharp you simply insert a new one. A good way to try an open razor if you're not sure about investing in one of the more decorative versions. Open or 'cut-throat' razors shave far closer than the safety variety but require some getting used to (we provide instructions for use). For most men a shave with an open razor will...

This Dovo straight razor has a half ground 5/8" carbon steel blade set in a black resin handle. Dovo of Solingen Germany use a unique "hardening" heat treatment that enables them to achieve the highest degree of hardness, elasticity and resistance to wear in their razors making them one of the finest straight razors around.

This most understated open razor features a Carbon Steel blade. Open or 'cut-throat' razors shave far closer than the safety variety but require some getting used to (we provide instructions for use). For most men a shave with an open razor will keep stubble at bay sufficiently for two days. Dovo of Solingen are makers of the world's finest open razors.

A leather strop is an essential accessory for keeping a cut-throat open razor in top condition. This professional sized strop measures 380mm in length and 80mm in width. Regular use of a strop will keep an open razor sharp for many years, making it an investment as well as the the closest of shaving tools.

The handle of this open razor is made from polished white bone giving it an appearance quite similar to ivory. Open or 'cut-throat' razors shave far closer than the safety variety but require some getting used to (we provide instructions for use). For most men a shave with an open razor will keep stubble at bay sufficiently for two days. Dovo of Solingen are makers of the world's finest open razors.

The handle of this open razor is ornately carved from pure Olive Wood, whilst the blade itself is hollow ground Stainless Steel. Open or 'cut-throat' razors shave far closer than the safety variety but require some getting used to (we provide instructions for use). For most men a shave with an open razor will keep stubble at bay sufficiently for two days. Dovo of Solingen are makers of the world's finest open razors. Stainless Steel blade.

The handle of this open razor is ornately carved from pure Olive Wood, whilst the blade itself is hollow ground Stainless Steel. Open or 'cut-throat' razors shave far closer than the safety variety but require some getting used to (we provide instructions for use). For most men a shave with an open razor will keep stubble at bay sufficiently for two days. Dovo of Solingen are makers of the world's finest open razors. Stainless Steel blade.

The handle of this open razor is made from coloured bone with a distinctive 'grain', whilst the blade itself is hollow ground Carbon Steel. Open or 'cut-throat' razors shave far closer than the safety variety but require some getting used to (we provide instructions for use). For most men a shave with an open razor will keep stubble at bay sufficiently for two days. Dovo of Solingen are makers of the world's finest open razors.DS1012:DS1019:CB7000

The handle of this open razor is made from coloured bone with a distinctive 'grain', whilst the blade itself is hollow ground Carbon Steel. Open or 'cut-throat' razors shave far closer than the safety variety but require some getting used to (we provide instructions for use). For most men a shave with an open razor will keep stubble at bay sufficiently for two days. Dovo of Solingen are makers of the world's finest open razors.DS1012:DS1019:CB7000

The handle of this open razor is ornately carved from Violet Wood, whilst the blade itself is hollow ground Stainless Steel. Open or 'cut-throat' razors shave far closer than the safety variety but require some getting used to (we provide instructions for use). For most men a shave with an open razor will keep stubble at bay sufficiently for two days. Dovo of Solingen are makers of the world's finest open razors.

The width of a straight razor is measured in inches. (1 inch = 2.54 cm). 3/4 inch is the narrowest blade and 7/8 inch the widest. The most popular widths in Europe are 4/8 inch and 5/8 inch, but 3/4 inch and 7/8 inch are still popular in some countries. 

The handle of this open razor is ornately carved from pure Rosewood, whilst the blade itself is hollow ground Stainless Steel. Open or 'cut-throat' razors shave far closer than the safety variety but require some getting used to (we provide instructions for use). For most men a shave with an open razor will keep stubble at bay sufficiently for two days. Dovo of Solingen are makers of the world's finest open razors.DS1000:DS1026:CB7000

The handle of this exquisite razor is made from polished Buffalo Horn. Open or 'cut-throat' razors shave far closer than the safety variety but require some getting used to (we provide instructions for use). For most men a shave with an open razor will keep stubble at bay sufficiently for two days. Dovo of Solingen are makers of the world's finest open razors.