Henckels Friodur
Henckels Friodur
I know some of us have one or many of these. I'd love to hear opinions of those who've used them regularly. Any tips, pointers, cautions, or raves you'd like to share? (Publicly, or by PM, if you prefer.)
Gary
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Outstanding lineup Chris.
Right now I'm looking at available razors in 13/16; 7/8; and 8/8, all with standard scales of course. Do you have a preference in blade width? I know it's purely a personal preference, and I seem to enjoy using razors from 11/16 up to about 13/16 or so, even though I do have a couple that are barely 5/8. I think 7/8 is borderline. Another question, are Henckels generally heavy compared to other full or half hollow blades? I like razors with a bit of heft.
Right now I'm looking at available razors in 13/16; 7/8; and 8/8, all with standard scales of course. Do you have a preference in blade width? I know it's purely a personal preference, and I seem to enjoy using razors from 11/16 up to about 13/16 or so, even though I do have a couple that are barely 5/8. I think 7/8 is borderline. Another question, are Henckels generally heavy compared to other full or half hollow blades? I like razors with a bit of heft.
Gary
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They are extra hollow, so not as heavy as you might expect for the width. Mine are all 7/8 or 8/8.
I also have two on the wall of shame with the teardrop shaped scales in coloured laminated epoxy-soaked wood. These scales are heavy enough that they are awkward to use. I don't see any of those at Shaving Shop at present, but if you meet one somewhere be aware they are awkward.
Chris
I also have two on the wall of shame with the teardrop shaped scales in coloured laminated epoxy-soaked wood. These scales are heavy enough that they are awkward to use. I don't see any of those at Shaving Shop at present, but if you meet one somewhere be aware they are awkward.
Chris
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Reviews on other forums refer to the word "bland", which mystifies me. I'm hoping, by posting this topic, to get comments from several guys who may be familiar with these razors. I know Chris enjoys them immensely. Surely he's not the only one around here who knows a thing or two about these.
Gary
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Mostly true for the inox... but Im pretty sure there are carbon steel friodurs out there too. Also people need to remember that stainless isn't actually rustproof. It is just VERY resistant. I've got a couple Hess Stainless 44's with HEAVY pitting on the tangs from abuse (luckily blades are still good). So still be sure to dry your blades and oil them if they're gonna sit a long time in a humid environment, even if stainless.drmoss_ca wrote:I have a set of seven that are my daily shavers, and another for travel. Very sharp, nicely balanced and little worry about corrosion.
Chris
Also, cool set. What are the blade sizes?
Top drawer shavers in my opinion. I'll put them up against all comers.
I prefer 13/16ths. For some reason I also tend to have a slight bias in favor of the ones with the 72 1/2 stamped on the shank rather than the tail. I think it has to do more with the tail being a bit longer and slimmer on the shank stamped ones I have compared to the tail stamped examples.
As long as these razors are honed correctly, I can't imagine calling them bland.
I prefer 13/16ths. For some reason I also tend to have a slight bias in favor of the ones with the 72 1/2 stamped on the shank rather than the tail. I think it has to do more with the tail being a bit longer and slimmer on the shank stamped ones I have compared to the tail stamped examples.
As long as these razors are honed correctly, I can't imagine calling them bland.
John
I have a couple Friodurs lying around, and if it says anything, when I needed to part with some razors, I sold some near mint satinedges and kept the Friodurs. I'm just partial to them I guess; as the 'ducks were nice as well. I have an Eicker that I have similar affinity for, also inox.
If there are any non-inox Friodurs out there it would surprise me, didn't think they used cryo tempering on their other blades.
I haven't tried the new Friodurs (I have a family now and the new ones aren't cheap) but the old ones are excellent.
To each his own, of course.
John P.
If there are any non-inox Friodurs out there it would surprise me, didn't think they used cryo tempering on their other blades.
I haven't tried the new Friodurs (I have a family now and the new ones aren't cheap) but the old ones are excellent.
To each his own, of course.
John P.
Telly, maybe one of these days you'll come across an extra quarter hollow Friodur, and if you do, please give me a heads-up!
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
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