Why is a cut throat razor called that?
A cut throat razor is a razor that has a single straight blade which is attached to a handle by a hinge or pin and that is stored by folding it edge-first into a slot in the handle of the razor. The straight-edge razor was also called the cut-throat razor because it was dangerous enough to cut a man’s throat.
Are cut throat razors good?
While the name sounds extremely cool, the reality is that using a cut throat razor is equally as safe (or dangerous) as shaving using a disposable razor. Despite the fact that you can cut yourself, it won’t be any worse than a paper cut if you take short and gentle strokes.
Are cut throat razors illegal?
So why should there be any doubt that a cut throat razor is not something which can lawfully be carried on the street? It is because the law permits a “folding pocket knife” (which does not lock) to be carried in a public place if its blade is three inches or less.
What are cut throat razors made of?
carbon steel
Cut-throat Razor Cut-throats have a blade sharpened on one edge. The blade can be made of either high carbon steel, which is slower to hone and strop, and holds an edge longer. Or stainless steel, which hones and strops quickly but has a less durable edge. Carbon steel is the most prevalent in the industry.
Where did the cut throat razor come from?
You can view our current range of razors available in our Cut Throat Razors category page. As far back as the civilisations of Rome and Greece used iron blades with a long handle and developed the shape of the cut-throat razor which was the only pratical razor until the 19th century.
Can a straight edge razor be used as a cut throat razor?
Using a cut-throat razor is a lot easier than you think and the riks that you will end up cutting yourself is relatively small. Many men who switch to this type of razor finds that they cut themselves less with a straight edge razor then what they did when they used disposable razors.
What should I use to clean my cut throat razor?
If you use your straight razor, use rubbing alcohol to remove the oil before use, and again after use to clean the blade. Use mineral oil to re-oil the blade after use, as well as after sharpening. Be careful not to get any alcohol or oil on the handle. For further advice on our range of cut thraot razors, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
When did they start making the straight razor?
The straight razor may be a simple tool but that doesn’t mean to say it’s crude. Far from it. The modern (1950-ish onward) straight razor (from here called a ‘razor’) is a distillation of design that has been evolving since about 1600.
