Helvetia

[Piotrek]

Dears,

This is my first post here and just before presenting razor below I would like to add something about me. After using Muhle R41 for approx. dozen years I was a bit bored about wet shaving, so decided to get some new razors to shave more frequently and enjoy the process more. I have read a lot on this forum (mostly about old German razors) and I am grateful for all shared knowledge.

I just purchased Helvetia razor and it seems to be quite rare specimen, so decided to share pics below for your entertainment. I have not used it yet, but I will There is one blade missing in the package so maybe someone used that razor before. It is in excellent condition. It seems to be all plated brass and weights 81g. I like that knurling on the handle a lot

I would be grateful for any info regarding Helvetia razors/company/opinions etc.

Have a great day,
Piotrek

 

[Snowbeard]

Hello Piotrek. With a name like that I'm guessing you might be Czech...?
Anyway, welcome.
I posted a thread on "another major shaving website" entitled Helvetia: The Swiss RFB, if you want to have a quick search and look.

I provided some photos of my Helvetia, with a handle different from yours, and compared it to another RFB, the Rotbart.
Cheers.
Ken

 

[Piotrek]

Hello @Snowbeard
"Piotrek" is simply a less formal version of "Piotr" - in Poland
I have bought that Helvetia partly because I have read yours "or the Helvetia is a little better than the Tris which is a little better than the Gillette" Thank You Ken. I was not able to test that yet.
I like that uncommon handle of your Helvetia.
I just like that user friendly and easy to search "Just one thread per brand/model please!" policy, so posted it here.
I have some Rotbarts as well. I have to try more razors to present and comment them, but sooner or later I will get in touch, here or there.
best regards,
Piotrek