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The forum thread revolves around a user discovering rust on a supposedly high-quality Dovo straight razor, initially suspecting it might be stainless steel but then realizing it is likely carbon steel. The original poster seeks advice on how to clean the rust without professional help. A response suggests methods for cleaning, and the original poster plans to try a solution that includes ammonia, though they are unsure of its purpose. Overall, the discussion is focused on identifying the material and proper cleaning techniques, with a positive and helpful tone.
seekermeister

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I have a Dovo "Best Quality" straight razor, made in Solingen, Germany, which is reknown to be where the best razors are made. I bought it used on eBay, but it looked as good as new when I got it. For various reasons, I've never used it and it sat on top of the vanity cabinet for the last year.

I was quite surprised when I opened it a bit ago, and found the blade covered in rust. I know that stainless can pit, but it shouldn't ever rust. This leaves me wondering if I just got a knockoff, or if there is some type of stainless that is less stainless than others/
 

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Checking further, I think I may have been wrong about it being SS. Everything I've found Googling of that type is carbon steel, and I don't find the blade being marked as SS. The only question now is how to best clean it up, without having to send it off to a razor shop?
 

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seekermeister said:
Checking further, I think I may have been wrong about it being SS. Everything I've found Googling of that type is carbon steel, and I don't find the blade being marked as SS. The only question now is how to best clean it up, without having to send it off to a razor shop?
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Thanks, I'll give that a try. I have everything it calls for, except ammonia...not sure what that does though.
 

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