The Observance is a one-of-one shaving set handcrafted from recycled skateboard veneers. Across the razor and shaving brush, layers of reclaimed maple are shaped to reveal repeating compositions of natural wood and colour, creating related patterns that shift in scale, proportion, and direction from one piece to the next.
Named for the attention given to familiar routines, The Observance explores the transformation of an everyday act through material, form, and deliberate craftsmanship. The razor carries narrow lines of colour through a restrained profile, while the shaving brush reveals a more complex arrangement of exposed layers shaped into a series of repeating forms.
Designed as functional objects for everyday use, the razor and shaving brush are individually composed, laminated, shaped, sanded, and finished by hand. An AAA-grade badger hair knot, polished metal hardware, and matching display stand complete the set, providing a restrained contrast to the layered construction.
Variations in colour, veneer placement, and markings from the original skateboard decks are inherent to the reclaimed material and are part of the character of each piece.
Materials
Recycled Skateboard Veneers, AAA-Grade Badger Hair & Polished Metal Hardware
Finish
Hand-applied protective finish
Details
• Three-piece shaving set including cartridge razor, shaving brush, and polished metal stand
• Handcrafted from recycled skateboard veneers
• Individually composed, laminated, shaped, sanded, and finished by hand
• AAA-grade badger hair shaving brush
• Compatible with Gillette Fusion and Fusion5 replacement cartridges
• Replacement razor cartridges not included
• Polished metal hardware and matching display stand
• Designed for everyday use
• Handmade in Fernie, British Columbia
• One of one
Ritual Shaving — Discover handcrafted safety razors, shaving brushes, and accessories where functional art meets the traditional wet shaving ritual.
Care & Maintenance — Keep your Blackburl piece looking its best for years to come.
Blackburl Butter — Our handcrafted wood conditioner for food-safe wooden products.
Materials — Discover the premium hardwoods, burls, resins, and recycled skateboard decks used in every piece.
A Craft with a Purpose — Learn how every purchase supports something beyond craftsmanship.
Recycled Skateboard Collection — Explore the full collection of handcrafted pieces made from recycled skateboard decks and discover how discarded boards are transformed into functional art.
The Observance is a one-of-one shaving set handcrafted from recycled skateboard veneers. Across the razor and shaving brush, layers of reclaimed maple are shaped to reveal repeating compositions of natural wood and colour, creating related patterns that shift in scale, proportion, and direction from one piece to the next.
Named for the attention given to familiar routines, The Observance explores the transformation of an everyday act through material, form, and deliberate craftsmanship. The razor carries narrow lines of colour through a restrained profile, while the shaving brush reveals a more complex arrangement of exposed layers shaped into a series of repeating forms.
Designed as functional objects for everyday use, the razor and shaving brush are individually composed, laminated, shaped, sanded, and finished by hand. An AAA-grade badger hair knot, polished metal hardware, and matching display stand complete the set, providing a restrained contrast to the layered construction.
Variations in colour, veneer placement, and markings from the original skateboard decks are inherent to the reclaimed material and are part of the character of each piece.
Materials
Recycled Skateboard Veneers, AAA-Grade Badger Hair & Polished Metal Hardware
Finish
Hand-applied protective finish
Details
• Three-piece shaving set including cartridge razor, shaving brush, and polished metal stand
• Handcrafted from recycled skateboard veneers
• Individually composed, laminated, shaped, sanded, and finished by hand
• AAA-grade badger hair shaving brush
• Compatible with Gillette Fusion and Fusion5 replacement cartridges
• Replacement razor cartridges not included
• Polished metal hardware and matching display stand
• Designed for everyday use
• Handmade in Fernie, British Columbia
• One of one
Ritual Shaving — Discover handcrafted safety razors, shaving brushes, and accessories where functional art meets the traditional wet shaving ritual.
Care & Maintenance — Keep your Blackburl piece looking its best for years to come.
Blackburl Butter — Our handcrafted wood conditioner for food-safe wooden products.
Materials — Discover the premium hardwoods, burls, resins, and recycled skateboard decks used in every piece.
A Craft with a Purpose — Learn how every purchase supports something beyond craftsmanship.
Recycled Skateboard Collection — Explore the full collection of handcrafted pieces made from recycled skateboard decks and discover how discarded boards are transformed into functional art.