DOVO Nr. 98 – 5/8" straight razor
The DOVO Nr. 98 is a classic of the Solingen art of razor making. Its elaborately decorated blade of carbon steel 1.2210 with 24-carat decorative etching combines with the silky shimmering mother-of-pearl acrylic scales to form a true piece of jewellery. The full hollow ground blade ensures a smooth glide and precise feedback – a shaving experience with style and tradition.
Highlights:
- 5/8" all-round blade – perfect balance between control and precision
- Full hollow ground – smooth glide with acoustic feedback
- Round point – safe and comfortable for daily use
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1.2210 (silver steel) with 24-carat decorative ornamentation
- Double shoulder, tang guided on both sides – stable grip and control
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Acrylic scales in a mother-of-pearl look with DOVO inlay
Technical data:
- Model: DOVO Nr. 98
- Blade width: 5/8"
- Grind: full hollow
- Point: round point
- Steel: carbon steel 1.2210, gilded decorative etching (24 K)
- Tang: guided on both sides, double shoulder
- Handle material: acrylic, imitation mother-of-pearl (with DOVO inlay)
- Dimensions: approx. 16,2 × 2,5 × 1,2 cm
- Scope of delivery: 1 × straight razor
Use and care:
- Strop briefly on the leather strop before every shave.
- Prepare the skin with warm water, pre-shave and lather; shave at a flat angle (~30°) and with minimal pressure.
- Rinse after use and dry thoroughly; oil the carbon steel lightly during longer breaks.
- Store dry; protect the scales from standing moisture and chemicals.
Quality feature:
Original DOVO – handmade in Solingen, Germany
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