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Gladius Handle - Brass

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$40.26 $66 In stock

Category: Razors & Razor Blades

The Gladius came about, like many new things at Karve, during a session of tinkering wedged between regular production. I went to the lathe with a crude idea and several hours later, the Gladius pattern was born.

The name “Gladius” is special to me because it was chosen by the community by way of a mini-contest on the Canadian Wet Shavers Facebook page (I actually shipped the first batch before Gladius even had its name).

The pattern is cut into the body of the handle, instead of formed, which ensures that all of the edges of the pattern are smooth and clean, while still providing plenty of friction for wet fingers.

This handle is manufactured from solid brass and is bead blasted for a subtle matte finish.

The metal remains uncoated, so a patina will form over time and the surfaces will darken.

Each is furnished with a #10-32 thread.

The overall lengths on this page are nominal. Please visit this page for the actual overall lengths.

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Customer Reviews (4.3 / 5 · 8 reviews)

Penelope ★★★★★

The balance on this one is spot on — the brass has a nice heft that makes the razor feel solid without being clumsy. I’ve used it for a week straight and the grip stays secure even with wet hands.

Claire ★★★★★

The weight balance on this brass handle is spot-on—it’s got that solid, dense feel that makes each pass feel deliberate without being clumsy. I’ve been using it daily for two weeks and the grip still holds firm even with wet hands.

Edward ★★★★★

The weight distribution is perfect for me, balances the head of my razor without feeling top-heavy. The brass has a warm, solid grip that's actually improved with a little bit of use.