Straight razors from Solingen – tradition and quality since 1909
Welcome to my specialist shop in Solingen, your port of call for high-quality straight razors with tradition and expertise for over a century. Here you will find a fine selection of straight razors from renowned manufacturers such as DOVO, Markus Balbach Damast, Puma, Gotta and other brands on request.
A straight razor is not just a tool, but a traditional men's accessory that will last a lifetime with the right care. To maintain the sharpness and lifespan of your blade:
Straight razors are not only functional, but can also be individually designed. Choose from a variety of high-quality handle materials:
buffalo horn, mother-of-pearl, ebony, olive wood, walnut, palisander, staghorn and many more. We offer the right design for every taste.
We recommend straight razors made of non-rusting normal steel with a high carbon content. These steels guarantee an extremely fine sharpness, which is appreciated by professionals. To ensure that this quality is maintained, dry storage is essential.
A strop is used to maintain the sharpness by raising the burr before each shave. We not only offer you the appropriate accessories, but also practical instructions on request.
As a third-generation specialist shop, we know what matters. When you buy a straight razor, we will show you personally how to properly hone and leather your knife. This way, you can be sure that your straight razor is ready to shave. We are happy to demonstrate the sharpness of the blade right in the shop.
For novices, we recommend a 5/8-inch straight razor, combined with a leather strop, shaving brush, soap, shaving bowl and Ballistol oil for care. When you place your order, please add the note ‘ready to shave’ so that we can prepare your razor optimally.
Our razors stand for perfect craftsmanship from Solingen. The elaborate manufacturing process involves up to 15 work steps, from hot hammering the raw steel to fine grinding and final polishing. Each blade is checked and perfected with the utmost care to offer you a unique shaving experience.
Visit my shop or order directly online – experience the quality and tradition of Solingen razors. For appointments or questions, please contact me at kontakt@scharferladen.de