I’m always looking to add to my modest collection of 14s. I’m interested in all makers in any condition. Contact me to make a deal agreeable to both.
Thanks.
WTB - “14” Straights
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Please forgive my ignorance, but what do you mean by a "14" straight? Quarter hollow? Obviously can't be a model number like a Filarmonica 14 if you say any maker.
Chris
Chris
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Re: WTB - “14” Straights
Hi Chris
I have a few razors that are labeled “14”. Filarmonica, Guillermo Hoppe, Le Grelot, and Vierblatt. They are all very hollow blades at or near 8/8 and I’ve had others that were 6/8 and as small as 5/8. I find the size 14 at 8/8 to be just the right weight and shape - the perfect blend of stout and near full hollow. Filarmonica may be the most common but I’ve seen other labels such as Palmera, Volcano, and Herter. I’m sure there’s others.
I have a few razors that are labeled “14”. Filarmonica, Guillermo Hoppe, Le Grelot, and Vierblatt. They are all very hollow blades at or near 8/8 and I’ve had others that were 6/8 and as small as 5/8. I find the size 14 at 8/8 to be just the right weight and shape - the perfect blend of stout and near full hollow. Filarmonica may be the most common but I’ve seen other labels such as Palmera, Volcano, and Herter. I’m sure there’s others.
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Re: WTB - “14” Straights
I see, collecting razors of the same model number no matter who made them - that's a new obsession to me! Good luck in your searches!
Chris
Chris
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Pierre-Simon de Laplace
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Re: WTB - “14” Straights
There's something about the Ramon Gonzalez that I find pretty cool looking.
Gary
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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: WTB - “14” Straights
It is just as logical as buying birth year DE razors.
"If this isn't nice, then what is?" - Kurt Vonnegut's Uncle Alex
Re: WTB - “14” Straights
I agree Gary. I think she’s an early model Fili. A previous owner used her well but there’s enough left to enjoy the lines and the shave. I like a razor with a little character.
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This is obsesssion we’re talking about ... there’s nothing logical about it!
Re: WTB - “14” Straights
Well there you go.
You could also think of collecting only #14 razors as a way of preventing you from blowing money on any and all razors.
"If this isn't nice, then what is?" - Kurt Vonnegut's Uncle Alex
Re: WTB - “14” Straights
I’m still looking to add to my collection of 14s, something a little less common than a Fili Doble Temple. I can offer this W&B FBU as a trade. She’s in excellent shape.
Contact me to make a trade or outright purchase agreeable to both.
Contact me to make a trade or outright purchase agreeable to both.
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