Kamisori - what to look for

[Nisse]

I am thinking of getting a Kamisori, not as a daily driver but interested to test the design both shaving and honing. No need for Iwasaki fame, so what do I look for?

 

[UKRob]

This guy has a good reputation.

Japanese Kamisori Razor and Straight Razors - KAMISORI Razors For Sale

Kamisori razors for sale and straight razors for sale. Several different manufacturers are available including Iwasaki, Inoue, Tosuke, Tousuke, Ikkansai, Tamagahane steel, ball steel, New Azuma, Henkotsu, Showa, HKR, Ribbon, Starlet, Parker, Fujiwara, New Old Stock, NOS, shave ready

www.japanese-razor.com

 

[Fergiebilly]

Like Any Other Razor..Avoid Ones with Excessive Hone Wear or Little or Minimum or Better..No Hone Wear..NOS Ones..Ebay is Full of Em..

Used Kamisori buying advice.

Can any Kamarisori users give me any advice about buying a used Kamisori? I've seen a few for sale quite reasonably (

www.theshavingroom.co.uk

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Let's Talk Kamisori

So, here goes the story. I've tried using straight razors as a teen, but didn't have the equipment to keep it sharp. Then the razor rusted. Fast...

theshaveden.com

Billy

 

[Nisse]

I have already had my eye on the guy with a good reputation but not sure if he is still in business.