As many or most or even all here know I recently worked some pieces of stone in attempts to make some different showpiece razors.Due to the material,difficulty to work and time involved I have made the decision that they just are not feasible.I can get them sharp enough to cut skin with a little pressure,but shaving edge,though possible,is too much and virtually impossible to maintain.
After much thought and discussions with a good friend I have decided that I will manufacture straight razor and maybe DE boxes and stands from reclaimed Australian hardwood.I have access to tons,literally, of timber planks that were originally sawn for fence palings and they are of no cost.I spent a total of seven years in manufacture of bedroom furniture so I have experience working and finishing timber products.
After looking around the net I have noticed there are few makers of timber storage boxes for straights with those that are available either very cheap from China (stained pine,very rough), or expensive.The latter are well made,yet come from overseas which contributes to their over $100 price.
As I have no outlay for timber,this reduces the projected end price for any items I produce.Boxes will be
impeccably finished with decking oil type product and some French polished.They will be glued and nailed together,real nails hammered in and will have decent hinges and latching.I am considering two timber "u" cradles to hold the razor which will be fitted to the base of the box,as I feel this will be more robust than some type of foam insert.The lid itself would be one piece of solid timber.I am unsure as to whether I will add a lining to the boxes.
I will be making straight razor boxes.The decision has been made and I have already budgeted for the purchase of tools in July and have items ready by end of that month.
So,I would appreciate if members here could comment as to whether similar boxes would be viable for DE razors.Also razor and brush stands.
What would be a method of holding the DE in a box?
U shape cradles or some sort of lined "cushion" insert?
Is there a want or need for a DE box?
Room for razor only or have space for a tuck of blades?
For razor stand,what would be a good number for multiple razors?
Single DE holder with brush as well?
What about a vertical stand that holds multiple razors/brushes?
A box for very special brushes,that has ventilation?
Any thoughts are welcome guys.
After much thought and discussions with a good friend I have decided that I will manufacture straight razor and maybe DE boxes and stands from reclaimed Australian hardwood.I have access to tons,literally, of timber planks that were originally sawn for fence palings and they are of no cost.I spent a total of seven years in manufacture of bedroom furniture so I have experience working and finishing timber products.
After looking around the net I have noticed there are few makers of timber storage boxes for straights with those that are available either very cheap from China (stained pine,very rough), or expensive.The latter are well made,yet come from overseas which contributes to their over $100 price.
As I have no outlay for timber,this reduces the projected end price for any items I produce.Boxes will be
impeccably finished with decking oil type product and some French polished.They will be glued and nailed together,real nails hammered in and will have decent hinges and latching.I am considering two timber "u" cradles to hold the razor which will be fitted to the base of the box,as I feel this will be more robust than some type of foam insert.The lid itself would be one piece of solid timber.I am unsure as to whether I will add a lining to the boxes.
I will be making straight razor boxes.The decision has been made and I have already budgeted for the purchase of tools in July and have items ready by end of that month.
So,I would appreciate if members here could comment as to whether similar boxes would be viable for DE razors.Also razor and brush stands.
What would be a method of holding the DE in a box?
U shape cradles or some sort of lined "cushion" insert?
Is there a want or need for a DE box?
Room for razor only or have space for a tuck of blades?
For razor stand,what would be a good number for multiple razors?
Single DE holder with brush as well?
What about a vertical stand that holds multiple razors/brushes?
A box for very special brushes,that has ventilation?
Any thoughts are welcome guys.
Full disclosure may be too dangerous at this point.
In terms of width, most I've seen seem to be around that 30cm mark. just enough gap between the razors so the don't touch. But a 10 razor display would be awesome (maybe if it's deeper or 2 tiered? 
