DLC stands for "Diamond-like Carbon", this umbrella of coatings share similar properties to diamonds including their hardness, slickness and durability. We chose a Chromium based "DLC" coating for our Damascus because of its jet black color. We applied the coating on our Damascus and then hand sanded the piece to reveal the striking contrast of polished metal with the carbon black coating. Revealing the forge of the material...

Similar DLC coatings are used to coat crankshafts in high performance NASCAR and F1 racing cars, thereby increasing horse power and reducing friction. They are also used extensively in the aerospace industry including re-entry vehicles and rocket boosters.

The DLC collection are one of a kind pieces. This piece, features our "web" base plate and is all Damascus stainless steel(forged grades 304 and 316).

Technically the term for this metal is "pattern-weld" as the true secret to the original "Damascus steel" was lost to time in the 1800's. Although modern metals are far superior to the early Damascus steel, this steel was ahead of its time. No one has been able to reproduce the original Damascus steel process but research tells us that carbon nanotubes are found in the original steel...likely from the addition of carbon during the forging process.

Each base plate, handle and top cap was individually etched, hand sanded and gently polished. The Damascus steel was custom forged in the USA.

Material:

• All stainless steel Damascus (Grades 304/316). Custom forged in the USA.
• The optional Carbon Fiber R3 handle is made from one of the lightest and strongest material known to man - Carbon Fiber. All material is USA sourced.(Optional)
• DLC coating (Chromium based)

Finish:

• The "Web" base plate, cap and handle are individually etched, hand sanded and polished.
  
• Each pattern is unique, no 2 are the same
• Hand sanded and polished handle
  
• The carbon fiber has multiple layers of clear marine grade epoxy. The pieces are bonded together using a custom, specially designed epoxy.
• High Polish Finish/forge marks - Some machine marks are visible under the cap.
  

Technical Specifications:

• Carbon Fiber Handle: ~51 grams total weight
• All Damascus Handle: ~85 grams total weight
• Positive blade exposure
• 92 mm handle length (3.6 inches) - 13 mm handle diameter (.5 inches)

Maintenance:

• We recommend keeping your razor clean, remove blade, use a soft tooth brush with dish soap and water to gently clean your razor. Pad dry your razor thoroughly after with a paper towel. Air drying is also OK.
  
• Periodically we also recommend a sonic clean at your local jeweler, followed by a 10 minute soaking in alcohol to disinfect your razor.