What is a Throat Razor?
Basically, a cut throat razor has a single straight blade that is attached to a handle by a pin. The blade folds into the handle (the handles are known as scales) when not in use.
The steel used for the blade must be of the highest quality, typically silver steel and carbon steel is used.
Where Can I Buy Cut Throat Razor In South Africa?
Rapple Salon Products – Cape Town Showroom
Address: Unit 3 (Ground Floor, Suntyger Tyger Valley, 313 Durban Rd, Bellville, Cape Town, 7560, South Africa
Areas served: Free State and nearby areas
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:30 pm
Phone: +27 21 981 0032
Mr Cobbs
Address: 278, 19 Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 9 pm
Phone: +27 21 418 2427
Moroccan Barber Johannesburg
Address: Knoppiesdoring St, Shop 19, Johannesburg, 2194, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 7 pm
Phone: +27 11 794 4830
Hermanos Barber Shop
Address: Shop 5, Winston Place, 65 Main Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 6 pm
Phone: +27 21 433 4081
Are cut-throat razors worth it?
Not only are cut-throat razors far better for the environment, but they are also kind to your skin too. The use of a singular blade means your skin is subject to less pressure and friction, reducing soreness and damage.
How long do cut-throat razors last?
A well-maintained, good-quality razor should deliver a tug-free, close, smooth shave for 9 months at least before it needs to be honed. Honing, like shaving and stropping a cut throat is a skill that needs to be learned over a period of months.
Why do barbers use cutthroat razors?
A barber blade razor is a cutthroat or a straight-edge razor. Barbers choose them for being easy on the skin and cutting a close shave. A wet shave with a straight-edge razor is smoother than with a disposable razor.