You're listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we're dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I'm your host Joe Borrelli and today is June 23rd, 2026.
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Today On The Show: Tier One Razor Made in USA
Rex Supply Co. Deco Lucite Shave Brush
Soap Spoon: A cool tool for Lather Shavers
The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meet Up!
Straight Razor Month: Picking a Quality Vintage Straight Razor
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Tier One Razor: Made in USA Tier One Razor is an American wet shaving brand known for producing durable, combat-themed safety razors engineered with a patent-pending dual-angle head design. Manufactured entirely in the USA, their double-edge (DE) razors feature zero blade tab overhang to completely eliminate accidental nicks. They are also widely recognized for their community impact, running the 17.76 Program which donates 17.76% of all profits to supporting veterans and first responders.
The Echelon Product Lineup
- Echelon Elite: The brand's flagship model features their signature dual-angle head, an adjustable length handle, anti-roll stability flats, and a unique integrated hanging loop for storage.
- Echelon Ranger: Built for traditionalists, this razor pairs the dual-angle head with a standard-length handle featuring an aggressive, V-bit machined grip texture for maximum wet control.
- Echelon 308: A travel-friendly, scaled-down handle precisely machined to the dimensions of a standard .308 rifle cartridge while retaining full-sized dual-angle shaving action.
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Rex Supply Co Deco Lucite Shave Brush The Rex Supply Co. Deco Lucite Shaving Brush is a premium wet shaving brush retailing for $120.00. It captures the faceted, 1930s-1940s Art Deco aesthetic of the brand's flagship stainless steel brush but swaps the heavy metal for a lighter, more agile crystal-clear Lucite acrylic handle. [1, 2, 3]
Key Specifications & Architecture
- Knot Type: High-grade Manchurian Badger hair engineered for strong water retention, soft tips, and a robust backbone.
- Dimensions: Features a 24mm knot diameter, a 52mm-53mm loft height, and a 104mm total height.
- Weight: At 2.7 ounces (76 grams), it offers a highly maneuverable alternative to the original 256-gram stainless steel version.
- Aesthetics: Features a multi-faceted handle for multiple gripping styles, a laser-engraved base, and a signature iridescent blue front logo sticker.
- Durability: The solid Lucite is completely waterproof, crack-resistant, and backed by Rex's lifetime warranty.
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Soap Spoon: A Cool Tool Recently I've been in contact with Andy the maker of the Soap Spoon. This is a 3-d printed tool to help scoop soap out of the container and into the bowl for lathering. Cool Concept and great tool bowl latherers.
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The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meet Up! Recently announced: A Wet Shaving Meet-up coming up this October in PA! Looks to be a very interesting event with several vendors committed.
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Straight Razor Month Is Coming! How to Choose a Vintage Razor Follow these simple steps:
- Check the Maker: Is it a well known brand? Is it made in a country that is known for making good razors? (France, Germany, England, Spain, USA)
- Check the spine & Blade Wear: Is the spine shiny? Is the bevel on the blade shiny? Are their chips in the blade? Is there rust?
- Is it being sold by a reputable dealer? Is it honed?
These are all things you need to consider when purchasing a straight razor. I'll go into more detail. Trust me I learned the hard way
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