1:50 That razor is closer to 200 years old, I have one almost identical to it except mines a bit newer and has the original scales. The WR on the tang means "William Rex" (Rex = King) and refers to King William IV who had a short reign of only 7 years between 1830 - 1837 when he died which gives the razor fairly precise age of between 183 - 190 years old.
Hi Dr Matt. Just got my first Wade and Butcher straight. It's a heavy bugger. Thanks for doing this video. I sharpen all of my razors no probs thanks to all your videos. But I really wasn't sure about this one. It's the one that says You lather me well, I'll shave well.. On the blade. Thanks.
I started using straight razor shaving 5 years ago. I learned everything to do with sharpening off this guy. He gave me some amazing feedback. Got to be the best on TH-cam in my opinion. It's now become more than just shaving. I collect now. I have one that shaves so good. It was made about the same time as Brunel was born. Just managed to pick up 4 blades only that are all over 160 years old for under £10...£4 p&p. Winner.
Used this method today Matt and it’s my best result yet! Mostly technique on keeping the smile and having to rock it on the stone. I went to 12k naniwa and it’s perfect!
Hi Dr Matt, I have just bought a Vintage Joseph Rodgers Wedge from eBay, I copied your method, it worked perfectly, thank you for taking the time to post videos, you give very good commentary to you viewers, whether, shaving or honing. Good job.
Just got a cheapo from amazon. Razor, strop, and a finishing stone(no clue what it is, soft and looks like a type of counter top) for 28.88. Actually used what Ive learned from to strop it and shave. First straight razor shave of my life and the best. I checked the flatness and it is off. They obviously used tape to hone it. But thanks to your videos, I know what to do now. Thanks.
Great video, I have a 1860's 70's wade and Butcher in a half hollow, I love, the coticule edge is what I shave with, I do not own a jnat, keep the videos coming 😜
What a fantastic job! Wow! Well done sir, well done! Thank you for such an informative video, and the enhanced close up view, well, it really exemplifies the desired result everyone is working to achieve. Without speaking the language, or understanding all that is said, anyone who watches the video to the end should be able to piece it all together.
Thank you Chad. Very complimentary comment. So much so that I had to watch it again... You're right! I think this is probably my most true to life sharpening video. This is exactly what I do. And how about those fantastic close-up camera angles of the razor on the stones. Great Job Dani!!
I really enjoyed this video. I have one of those that might be a little older and have all the parts for a light restoration but never seem to have the time to finish it because of my health and the fact that I am not nearly as skilled at wegde honing from lack of experience with wedge razors. I might just send it to you Dr Matt along with one of my 1901 Napoleon razors and see what kind of edge you can get. Thank you again for your continued efforts that support our wet shave community.
Good day sir, Your thoughts on concave stones for thinning the bevel?? Will you be reviewing TSS/Jarrods plate anytime soon?? That would be epic, one way or the other as your opinion is highly valued Dr.. Thanks in advance as I am very close to pulling the trigger on one, and with my tight budget any review on the subject is critical... lol.. 👍
Wow! I’m new to restoring straight razors. Can you advise what sharpening stones to buy in the medium priced bracket. I’ve seen the ones you recommended but they seem too expensive for me at this moment in time as I’m not in work.
On my eBay sharpening video I list them with the links. The ones I chose were the best performing at the lowest price I know. If you go for low quality, they won't produce a shaving edge. But I think the Norton set is best bang for buck.
Love the video. And am working on my technique before going for the vintage razors. But I'm really curious since I have almost a full set of shapton's, how old is that 5k stone?
Fantastic Doc, and what do you want for those nagura’s by the way? I have fibromyalgia and believe it or not mud slurry makes it less painful for me to hone with than using a atoma. Thanks my brother🙏
I live in the UK and have a razor which has been taken apart for cleaning (eBay purchase) if I send you the blade and with me living in the UK will you be able to put an edge back on the blade or is it too far?
I could put an edge on it Martin but I would suggest that it is the last thing you do to it meaning it should be cleaned and reassembled first. Postage is in the $14 range.
Hey Dr. Matt, I went back and watched your vid with the bevel calculator and saw that it uses inverse sine. It should be inverse tangent. It's an easy fix, just change "asin" to "atan" in the box doing the computing and you're good. The good news is that asin and atan functions don't differ by much for small inputs (which is the case for razors), so whatever error you get from using asin probably isn't even that significant. I'm not a bevel snob, I swear, but thought you ought to know (math teacher).
It can but unless it is a heavy grind or wedge like this, I would try and limit it to 1 layer because with more tape you fatten the cutting angle which makes it less sharp for a lack of better words.
Those are called Bench Dogs and you could get them on Amazon in sets of 4. Unfortunately, they haven't had them for a while. I did see another brand but blue in color but I don't even see them anymore.
I’m 56, am I too old to apply as your apprentice? Could watch you do this all day long! What would you recommend as a first straight razor as in size and shape?
I’ve been using a Okudo Tomo Nagura on my Dans Translucent and Black Arkansas stones. It works really really well! One of these days I’ll have to get me a Jnat finishing stone. Although if Jnats are any harder I don’t even want to imagine what lapping it will be like because the translucent and black were both MOTHERFUCKERS to lap! I’m talking hours!
1:50 That razor is closer to 200 years old, I have one almost identical to it except mines a bit newer and has the original scales.
The WR on the tang means "William Rex" (Rex = King) and refers to King William IV who had a short reign of only 7 years between 1830 - 1837 when he died which gives the razor fairly precise age of between 183 - 190 years old.
Thank you for the great info. I figured it was pretty damn old as I've never seen that particular WB stamp or the crown.
Hi Dr Matt. Just got my first Wade and Butcher straight. It's a heavy bugger. Thanks for doing this video. I sharpen all of my razors no probs thanks to all your videos. But I really wasn't sure about this one. It's the one that says You lather me well, I'll shave well.. On the blade. Thanks.
I started using straight razor shaving 5 years ago. I learned everything to do with sharpening off this guy. He gave me some amazing feedback. Got to be the best on TH-cam in my opinion. It's now become more than just shaving. I collect now. I have one that shaves so good. It was made about the same time as Brunel was born. Just managed to pick up 4 blades only that are all over 160 years old for under £10...£4 p&p. Winner.
@@cheshirebowman4465 - Thanks Mate!
Used this method today Matt and it’s my best result yet! Mostly technique on keeping the smile and having to rock it on the stone. I went to 12k naniwa and it’s perfect!
That's awesome Oliver! See, it's not that hard.
Hi Dr Matt, I have just bought a Vintage Joseph Rodgers Wedge from eBay, I copied your method, it worked perfectly, thank you for taking the time to post videos, you give very good commentary to you viewers, whether, shaving or honing. Good job.
Just got a cheapo from amazon. Razor, strop, and a finishing stone(no clue what it is, soft and looks like a type of counter top) for 28.88. Actually used what Ive learned from to strop it and shave. First straight razor shave of my life and the best. I checked the flatness and it is off. They obviously used tape to hone it. But thanks to your videos, I know what to do now. Thanks.
These razor honing videos are so mesmerising and soothing...no idea why!?
Great video, I have a 1860's 70's wade and Butcher in a half hollow, I love, the coticule edge is what I shave with, I do not own a jnat, keep the videos coming 😜
Great video doc ! It’s always a pleasure to see you work those edges !
Thanks 👍
Wow, I've been polishing the crud out of the blade to get that black goo off. Great tip on removing it. Another gr8 vid Doc!!!
Mineral oil for getting rid of black goo.
For sharpie lines, isopropyl.
Great video DrMatt. I have an old Wade and Butcher FBO Near Wedge / Wedge that needs an edge update soon. This was very educational for me.
Glad it was helpful!
What a fantastic job! Wow! Well done sir, well done! Thank you for such an informative video, and the enhanced close up view, well, it really exemplifies the desired result everyone is working to achieve. Without speaking the language, or understanding all that is said, anyone who watches the video to the end should be able to piece it all together.
Thank you Chad. Very complimentary comment. So much so that I had to watch it again... You're right! I think this is probably my most true to life sharpening video. This is exactly what I do. And how about those fantastic close-up camera angles of the razor on the stones. Great Job Dani!!
Great video, thanks for sharing!
Great vid! Razor and honing turned out beautiful. I always enjoy your vids. Thanks Dr Matt!
Glad you like them!
Another straight to the point no nonsense video! Btw lovin' the tie dye shirt!
Always enjoy your videos, look forward to the next one.
Awesome, thank you!
I really enjoyed this video. I have one of those that might be a little older and have all the parts for a light restoration but never seem to have the time to finish it because of my health and the fact that I am not nearly as skilled at wegde honing from lack of experience with wedge razors. I might just send it to you Dr Matt along with one of my 1901 Napoleon razors and see what kind of edge you can get. Thank you again for your continued efforts that support our wet shave community.
Realy nice video DrMatt
👍👍👍
You rock bro.
🤘😃🤘
🤙
I have a w.graves & sons wedge that's got the original scales. They're very worn, I assume the razor is from 1880'sish. Thank you for your video
Excellent video. I really appreciate these honing videos. Great soap as well:)
Got the soap idea from you! Works real well and LOVE the scent.
@@drmatt357 Thanks very kindly.
Good day sir,
Your thoughts on concave stones for thinning the bevel??
Will you be reviewing TSS/Jarrods plate anytime soon??
That would be epic, one way or the other as your opinion is highly valued Dr..
Thanks in advance as I am very close to pulling the trigger on one, and with my tight budget any review on the subject is critical... lol.. 👍
Great, as always Dr. Matt
Thanks again!
Well done doc great to see a new vid these days gratz
That was awesome. I've been checking out Suehiro finishing stones. They have 2 that I want. The 20K and 15K Gokumyo stones.
Save your money!😉
@@drmatt357 I think I will because I forgot what stones I had. So I will get just the 20K stone. I've been wanting it since I started 8 years ago.
Great job Doc, excellent
Glad you liked it!
Great video as always! By the way, I purchased a Fili 14 homage
from Koraat based on your suggestion. Holy smokes.
Very Cool Jeff! They are BA razors!!
Wait 'til you see what's coming 😱
You make it look easy Dr Matt!
Any opinion is appreciated...
👍
Wow! I’m new to restoring straight razors. Can you advise what sharpening stones to buy in the medium priced bracket. I’ve seen the ones you recommended but they seem too expensive for me at this moment in time as I’m not in work.
On my eBay sharpening video I list them with the links. The ones I chose were the best performing at the lowest price I know. If you go for low quality, they won't produce a shaving edge. But I think the Norton set is best bang for buck.
Not long until he’s ready for my favorite cello concerto - the Dvorak cello concerto!
Thank you John. I asked Dani this morning if he knew that piece and he didn't but said he'll work on it!
Inspired by you I started receiving razor to sharp. I am on the other side of the world so I am not your competition. Yet. :)))
Love the video. And am working on my technique before going for the vintage razors. But I'm really curious since I have almost a full set of shapton's, how old is that 5k stone?
It’s from my first set 8-10 years ago
Name of that type stone ??????
Fantastic Doc, and what do you want for those nagura’s by the way? I have fibromyalgia and believe it or not mud slurry makes it less painful for me to hone with than using a atoma. Thanks my brother🙏
Sorry but they've been sold.
I live in the UK and have a razor which has been taken apart for cleaning (eBay purchase) if I send you the blade and with me living in the UK will you be able to put an edge back on the blade or is it too far?
I could put an edge on it Martin but I would suggest that it is the last thing you do to it meaning it should be cleaned and reassembled first. Postage is in the $14 range.
Thanks. Most is done. Just final polishing to do on the blade and re assemble.
Hey Dr. Matt, I went back and watched your vid with the bevel calculator and saw that it uses inverse sine. It should be inverse tangent. It's an easy fix, just change "asin" to "atan" in the box doing the computing and you're good. The good news is that asin and atan functions don't differ by much for small inputs (which is the case for razors), so whatever error you get from using asin probably isn't even that significant. I'm not a bevel snob, I swear, but thought you ought to know (math teacher).
Thanks for this Jason!
Dr Matt, where can i buy a similar jnat? Appreciate your guidance.
Try here:www.aframestokyo.com/ozuku.html
@@drmatt357 Thank you!
Way awesome
Great video
Could you use a ILR stone as a finishing stone as those JNAT stones are damn expensive!
@@philwilliams8328 - yes, that’s what it is, a finisher. I did a video on how to best use it.
How does your thickness of the razor and angle formula work?
Omg, this is exactly what I was looking for, any idea where I can get a good wedge?
You can find them on eBay .
DrMatt357 thanks for the help🙏
Beginner question does the two tape layer work for any razor
It can but unless it is a heavy grind or wedge like this, I would try and limit it to 1 layer because with more tape you fatten the cutting angle which makes it less sharp for a lack of better words.
Thats a beast of a razor 😁
Hey doc! What are those orange and black puck things you use to hold the stone
Those are called Bench Dogs and you could get them on Amazon in sets of 4. Unfortunately, they haven't had them for a while. I did see another brand but blue in color but I don't even see them anymore.
I’m 56, am I too old to apply as your apprentice? Could watch you do this all day long! What would you recommend as a first straight razor as in size and shape?
Thanks Peter but you're just a young buck! I have a video on my channel for best first razor. 😁
Why kill the edge part way through? Or does killing the edge not "unset" the bevel you just set?
I have some shapton pro stones as well. I was gonna say that purple one isn't 5k it's 8k. Turns out I've been using the wrong progression.
I hate when that happens!
Do you have a good slurry stone for my coticule for sale?
I don't Brad as I don't use them but I'm sure some people on the forums have some.
I’ve been using a Okudo Tomo Nagura on my Dans Translucent and Black Arkansas stones. It works really really well! One of these days I’ll have to get me a Jnat finishing stone. Although if Jnats are any harder I don’t even want to imagine what lapping it will be like because the translucent and black were both MOTHERFUCKERS to lap! I’m talking hours!
No, the Arks are the hardest stones I've ever used. JNATS are a walk in the park compared.
Is that the dinolite USB?
Yes