iKon Custom Made Safety Razors
iKon Custom Made Safety Razors
Hello, like many of you I'm a fellow Wet Shaving enthusiast
After my serious case of RAD buying and trying as many razors as possible I decided what I wanted did not exist...
So I created my own safety razor
called "The iKon"
quality and design wise there is nothing else like this being made anywhere, period.
The few pieces that have been made so far and received by their new owners have gotten rave reviews
Each piece is custom made in all stainless steel - not brass that has been plated
My introductory price is $39 for a complete razor - not just the handle.
If you would like just a handle w/o a custom made iKon head that is also possible as the threading will fit most Old or New Gillette or Merkur Heads - just PM or email me.
My website www.ikonrazors.com will be up and running soon with a full line of custom razors and custom made progress knobs - all in solid stainless steel and very competitively priced
The open comb heads in solid stainless steel are technically very hard to make and will last a lifetime w/o any plating loss or discoloring
A few different handle types are available - they are special sharp diamond knurled and offer the best grip of any handle on the market
Please see pics and PM me with any questions or if you wish to order one.
They are masterpieces
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After my serious case of RAD buying and trying as many razors as possible I decided what I wanted did not exist...
So I created my own safety razor
called "The iKon"
quality and design wise there is nothing else like this being made anywhere, period.
The few pieces that have been made so far and received by their new owners have gotten rave reviews
Each piece is custom made in all stainless steel - not brass that has been plated
My introductory price is $39 for a complete razor - not just the handle.
If you would like just a handle w/o a custom made iKon head that is also possible as the threading will fit most Old or New Gillette or Merkur Heads - just PM or email me.
My website www.ikonrazors.com will be up and running soon with a full line of custom razors and custom made progress knobs - all in solid stainless steel and very competitively priced
The open comb heads in solid stainless steel are technically very hard to make and will last a lifetime w/o any plating loss or discoloring
A few different handle types are available - they are special sharp diamond knurled and offer the best grip of any handle on the market
Please see pics and PM me with any questions or if you wish to order one.
They are masterpieces
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- GA Russell
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Welcome Pureslab!
What was it about existing razors that you felt was not right for you, such that you made something unique?
I am in the market for a mild razor. How mild is your iKon? About the same as a Merkur or more mild than that?
What was it about existing razors that you felt was not right for you, such that you made something unique?
I am in the market for a mild razor. How mild is your iKon? About the same as a Merkur or more mild than that?
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You've got my attention, as I really like three-piece razors. Your prices are also very attractive.
My questions are the following:
1. Do these have the blade laid directly upon the comb or is it raised slightly above it?
2. Are these mild, moderate, or aggressive shavers? Can you compare them to any commonly known razors in this respect?
3. Do you offer any shorter handles (about the same length as a thick-handled Tech or a Super Speed)?
Thanks!
- Murray
My questions are the following:
1. Do these have the blade laid directly upon the comb or is it raised slightly above it?
2. Are these mild, moderate, or aggressive shavers? Can you compare them to any commonly known razors in this respect?
3. Do you offer any shorter handles (about the same length as a thick-handled Tech or a Super Speed)?
Thanks!
- Murray
Sure can - will use a 5 micron plating , dipped 5 times in 18kt gold. Can do the same in real silver as well.Squire wrote:Welcome aboard. Very nice looking razors, can you make one gold plated.
I personally like the natural finish of stainless steel but because these are custom pieces there are plenty of options available
GA Russell wrote:Welcome Pureslab!
What was it about existing razors that you felt was not right for you, such that you made something unique?
I like a heavy razor , but did not like the future or vision
Also like stainless steel opposed to brass that has been plated - that is just a cheap way to mass produce something.
I also wanted a grip that literally stuck to your hand and my unique sharp diamond knurling process does - hard to describe this how this grips but it is unbelievable
I am in the market for a mild razor. How mild is your iKon? About the same as a Merkur or more mild than that?
this is semi aggressive shaver
CMur12 wrote:You've got my attention, as I really like three-piece razors. Your prices are also very attractive.
My questions are the following:
1. Do these have the blade laid directly upon the comb or is it raised slightly above it?
it lays very flat on the comb
2. Are these mild, moderate, or aggressive shavers? Can you compare them to any commonly known razors in this respect?
slightly aggressive but smooth as there are no large gap issues with the blade exposure
3. Do you offer any shorter handles (about the same length as a thick-handled Tech or a Super Speed)?
sure do , just did not post any pics yet - will do a ALL STAINLESS STEEL bulldog style handle and many other styles
Thanks!
- Murray
Hi guys,
I already received Greg(Pureslab) iKon razor with the long handle tech(pix 3). I can attest to the quality of this razor. This is the best razor and gives the best shave that I have ever had. I have been posting my results in this forum as SOTD. The weight of this razor is approx 3.3 oz and length is 4". The grip is unbelievable as the knurling is very deep. You can buy from iKon razors with confidence. Also who else is building razors from scratch? Finally a razor made from 100% stainless steel.
I already received Greg(Pureslab) iKon razor with the long handle tech(pix 3). I can attest to the quality of this razor. This is the best razor and gives the best shave that I have ever had. I have been posting my results in this forum as SOTD. The weight of this razor is approx 3.3 oz and length is 4". The grip is unbelievable as the knurling is very deep. You can buy from iKon razors with confidence. Also who else is building razors from scratch? Finally a razor made from 100% stainless steel.
Is there a price option for gold? And plated?
Also, if it were plated I assume the impression of the tack of the thread would be hidden on the head?
Nice razor, BTW....
Also, if it were plated I assume the impression of the tack of the thread would be hidden on the head?
Nice razor, BTW....
Regards,
Marty
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any questions regarding this custom made razors please contact me at ikonrazors@gmail.com
many thanks to all who have already expressed interest
many thanks to all who have already expressed interest
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Ten years since I bought my ikon "extended tech" handle from Greg (Pureslab). It's long out of production, and it'll be among the heirloom razor stuff long after my shaving days are over.mycat wrote: ↑Tue Jul 14, 2009 5:30 am Hi guys,
I already received Greg(Pureslab) iKon razor with the long handle tech(pix 3). I can attest to the quality of this razor. This is the best razor and gives the best shave that I have ever had. I have been posting my results in this forum as SOTD. The weight of this razor is approx 3.3 oz and length is 4". The grip is unbelievable as the knurling is very deep. You can buy from iKon razors with confidence. Also who else is building razors from scratch? Finally a razor made from 100% stainless steel.
Gary
SOTD 99%: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, soaps & creams, synthetic / badger brushes, Colonial General razor, Kai & Schick blades, straight razors any time, Superior 70 aftershave splash + menthol + 444
SOTD 99%: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, soaps & creams, synthetic / badger brushes, Colonial General razor, Kai & Schick blades, straight razors any time, Superior 70 aftershave splash + menthol + 444
Re: iKon Custom Made Safety Razors
What are you talking about? Shaving never stops...
Re: iKon Custom Made Safety Razors
I'm with you Paul! That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
Gary
SOTD 99%: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, soaps & creams, synthetic / badger brushes, Colonial General razor, Kai & Schick blades, straight razors any time, Superior 70 aftershave splash + menthol + 444
SOTD 99%: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, soaps & creams, synthetic / badger brushes, Colonial General razor, Kai & Schick blades, straight razors any time, Superior 70 aftershave splash + menthol + 444