3D Printing a Comfortable Everyday Razor

[Brian_Krassenstein]

Robert Hallifax of Ockham Razor Company finally tired of the world of abysmal disposable items enough to work on creating a new design — a 3D printed razor. Beginning with a rudimentary aluminum handle and a number of concept ideas, Hallifax turned to 3D printing and the services of 3D Hubs, upon finding out there was a hub a very short distance from him. Using PLA, he had his prototype in no time and has both manufacturers lined up for production, well as a Kickstarter campaign about to kick off. Find out more about his process and product in the full article: http://3dprint.com/45798/ockham-razor-kickstarter/


Below is a photo of Ockham Razor design:

[curious aardvark]

well it looks like just about every cheap razor I've ever seen.

I guess reinventing the wheel is fun for some people :-)

[soofle616]

I couldn't care less about the shape of the handle. As long as I can grip it, it works. Scraping a blade across my face is the part that's uncomfortable though. When someone solves that problem (6th day laser razors anyone?) I'll take notice.

[Wolfie]

well it looks like just about every cheap razor I've ever seen.

I guess reinventing the wheel is fun for some people :-)

Well, hazard to guess how many wheels have been 3D printed so far by thousands of 3D enthusiasts across the planet ? I suspect it would number in the millions.

Frankly, wheels are not that impressive as far as I am concerned. Many people falsely credit the wheel with many undeserved accomplishments throughout history. They tout how incredibly innovative it must have been when the first one was made.

I don't think so. See, the wheel is just a shape. Its usually useless. The person who deserves all the credit for innovation, is...well, the guy who invented the axle and put the wheel to work for the first time.

[Brian_Krassenstein]

Ockham Razor Company, after developing an ergonomic, one-piece razor that went from handcrafted to 3D design to production through 3DHubs, is now ready to take their 3D printed prototype to full manufacturing. They’ve just launched a Kickstarter campaign, in hopes to raise £19K for full production, finishing, packaging, and fulfillment of several different razor options, including personalization with engraving. Check out the full article for more details on this Kickstarter: http://3dprint.com/57805/ockham-razor-co-kickstarter/

[Rebomax]

This looks dangerous - How do you grip it with a wet hand? If the handle profile were at least oval, there could be some control, but with a circular section there will be no torque control. If anyone has tried using cutlery with circular section handles they will know how difficult a 'grip' like this is to control.
I see that some of the prototypes have slightly fluted handles, but this seems to have been engineered out.

[Brian_Krassenstein]

Ockham Razor has been through the research and development phase, as well as crowdfunding, and now they are using the Indiegogo InDemand forum to offer pre-orders for both the metal cast and 3D printed travel razors. Sleek, affordable, and sensible, using basic cartridges, they represent the new wave of shavers--and offer something you’ll be proud to have in your bathroom. For more details, check out the full article: http://3dprint.com/97598/ockham-razor-indiegogo/