DOVO "Bergischer Löwe" – 5/8" Straight Razor
The DOVO "Bergischer Löwe" is a masterpiece of classic Solingen craftsmanship. This handmade straight razor combines fine materials with the highest precision: a full-hollow-ground carbon steel 1.2210 blade, refined with 24-carat decorative etching, and African cattle horn as handle material. The tang filed on one side ensures a secure hold – every razor is unique.
Highlights:
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5/8" – ideal width for control and versatility
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Spanish point – precise guidance for contours and detail work
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Full hollow ground – smooth gliding and fine feedback
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Carbon steel 1.2210 – decorative etching with 24-carat gilding
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Colourfully worked spine – artistically decorated
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Filed tang – secure grip and precise guidance
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Handle made of African cattle horn – naturally grained, every piece unique
Technical data:
- Model: DOVO 3 "Bergischer Löwe"
- Blade width: 5/8"
- Grind: full hollow
- Blade point: Spanish point
- Steel: carbon steel 1.2210, gilded decorative etching (24 K)
- Spine: decoratively worked
- Tang: filed on one side
- Handle material: African cattle horn
- Dimensions: approx. 15.8 × 2.3 × 1.1 cm
- Scope of delivery: 1× straight razor
Use and care:
- Strop on the leather strop before every shave.
- Prepare the skin with warm water, pre-shave and lather.
- Shave at a flat angle (~30°) with minimal pressure.
- Rinse after use, dry completely; oil lightly during longer breaks.
- Store dry; protect the horn from moisture and cleaning agents.
