Dovo Solingen Straight razor 5/8" carbon | Prima ebony

Dovo straight razor 5/8" carbon | Prima ebony

The DOVO No. 4 PRIMA STEEL SILVER in 5/8 inch has been a classic in our razor assortment for decades. With the subtle decoration on the razor strong full hollow carbon steel blade and the silky shiny ebony handle, it offers a luxurious shaving experience. Each of these knives is largely handcrafted and leaves Solingen as a one-of-a-kind piece.

MATERIAL

This straight razor is made of carbon steel with the material number 1.2210, better known as silver steel. In order to achieve a hardness of approximately 61 HRC, the material is heated to over 800 degrees celsius and then immediately quenched with a special oil. The subsequent tempering at about 200 degrees celsius gives the blade elasticity and toughness. The ornaments are beautifully gold-plated with 24 karat gold.

HANDLE MATERIAL

Ebony is one of the most valuable woods on earth. It is extremely hard and heavy. Therefore, it is excellently suited for the production of a high-quality handle. Its structure enables the wood to keep its shape even in a damp environment and not to swell. Several sanding passes are necessary to create the silky soft surface.

HOLLOW SANDING

With the hollow grind, the razor is ground concave from the back to the cutting edge. This design combines great flexibility with high longitudinal torsional rigidity. The blade dynamics ensure a smooth shave accompanied by a very characteristic sound, which is triggered by the swinging of the razor at the hair section.

BLADE DESCRIPTION

The round head is the classic shape of a straight razor and will fit most shaving situations. This blade design has been popular for centuries, as the bulbous shape is very safe to use around the ears, nose and dimples. Also, in the event of a fall, the round head protects you from injury.

BLADE WIDTH

Straight razors in the 5/8 inch size are real all-rounders and can handle any task related to the classic wet shave with flying colours. The blade is relatively heavy and can therefore glide gently over your skin without much pressure. At the same time, it is still manoeuvrable enough to be able to manage more technically demanding passages around the nose, ears and chin.