(Pros: Durability, Overall Quality
Cons: None
Excellent razor
This is the first straight razor ive owned. Stays soooo sharp and its exactly what I needed. So accurate compared to the regular disposable razors when it comes to keeping a straight line.
DOVO Black Handle Best Value 5/8" Straight Razor Full Hollow Ground - 125803810
Part #: G147B | DOVO Razors and Grooming
Description
G147B: Black Handle Best Value Straight Razor
DOVO Razors and Grooming
This quality DOVO straight razor features a 5/8" full hollow ground blade made of high carbon steel and black plastic handles. DOVO Solingen straight razors are probably the finest razors for shaving in the world. They have a centuries old tradition of fine metal work and their processes for making straight razors is impeccable. The machinery they use is no longer made and so they have to keep producing these products "the old way." The profile of the blade has to be just right. If you remove too much material, it throws the whole grind off and the razor will never shave correctly. There are few craftsmen qualified to do the finish grinding on these blades and it is difficult for DOVO to keep up with the worldwide demand. Made in Solingen, Germany.
UPC Code: 4045284007426
Related Categories
DOVO Razors and Grooming, DOVO Straight Razors Series, Plastic Handle Material, Shaving Supplies, Shaving Supplies Straight Razors, Made in Germany
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Customer Reviews
Dominic
Florence, AzMay 14, 2026
Fc
ArizonaJan 10, 2024
Pros: Durability, Overall Quality
Cons: None
Shaved Everyday for 5 years with this Razor
The steel in this razor is exactly the same as in the very top of the line carbon steel Dovo razors. They’re forged, heat treated, ground and assembled. The major difference is the quality of the scales. Gold trim, lettering, etc. The workmen spend more time assembling the more expensive pieces. I shaved with this basic Dovo Razor for 5 years and the scales broke just today. You might ask yourself what caused this failure? Two the most common reasons for failures of plastic scales: 1. Putting any type of solvent on the pivot area of the razor. Gun oil, 3 in 1 oil, any oil that has petroleum distillates in it or alcohol will cause a premature failure. Go to a barber supply and get clipper oil and use it and you will be fine. 2. Stropping the razor by holding the scales. When stropping a razor you hold it by the tang. The area between the end of the blade and the pivot point of the razor. If you strop it by holding the handle/scales the plastic scales will snap in no time at the pivot point of the razor. 3. Time and use. No much can be done about this one. Don’t throw the razor out. It’s still good. Buy a new set of scales and install them yourself. It’s not hard to do. Purchase the predrilled type and it will be an easy assembly. I purchased a set of upscale macarta scales for this purpose and now the razor will most likely last for? Till the day you die. You can leave it to your grandson. The more you use the razor the better it seems to get. I don’t know if it’s your skill’s improving or the seasoning of the steel in the razor. It’s an unknown but it’s there.
Frank
ArizonaMar 17, 2022
Pros: Durability
Cons: None
Top Notch Tool Steel Razor
This is a top notch razor. I've had one for over 5 years and used it everyday. Don't under estimate this razor! It will shave your face smooth as a mirror. The major qualifying difference is who hones, sharpens and strops the razor. You must learn how to hone and strop the razor. It's learned through experience. The more you use this razor the better and sharper it will become and shave.You will never go back to double edged or store bought plastic throw away razors. You might as well rub a file across you face each morning. Plastic razors you purchase are manufactured in less than desirable places by totally unskilled people. Who could care less. Many times a nick from a Nasty commercial plastic razor results in a severe infection. Like a snake bite. There is nothing cleaner than a straight razor shave. You may consider buying a "Barbers' Bottle" to disinfect your razor before each use. Then you know it is surgically clean before you ever touch it to your face...........Down side: Due to the razor being made from tool steel, it requires more care. Make sure it's clean, dry, and oiled be for storage. This prevents rust, etc.........
