The Imperial Touch™ Bedford Shave Set is a beautifully crafted custom made Damascus Steel straight razor with Buffalo Horn &amp; Wood Handle. The inside of the handle is lined with brass with a specialized medallion in the center. The spine of the razor is beautifully file worked. When it comes to getting a quality shave, you first need to determine what types of tools you need for the job. The sense of accomplishment upon completing your first straight razor shave without cutting yourself is beyond words. The straight razor shave is the greatest way to a quality shave and the closest shave you will ever have. Guaranteed.The tradition of making the high class Damascus Steel razors goes back 100 years which assures a long lasting cutting edge. A sharp edge can cut the thin hair with the minimum effort. Every bit of the many generations of experience that went into this razor's making is immediately evident when you hold it in your hand. And rest assured, it will provide the finest shave possible for many generations to come. The Imperial Touch Aberdeen Damascus Steel Straight Razor is very sharp but you will need to hone it to your liking. You will need to strop this before every use. Enjoy the daily morning ritual of a great, satisfying shave.