"Tuxedo" Rhodium-Plated Razor So, Chris at Razorplate just emailed me finished pictures of the brass Karve I had plated. The handle is in black rhodium, while the top cap and base plates are in rhodium. I could not be happier with the outcome and can't wait to try it when it arrives.

First, I think plating a Karve in Rhodium is a great idea. Mine is!Second, only you know what you want. If you do not want a brass razor, then plate away. If you are worried about the care that brass might require, test it out by using it (or don't). I believe anyone plating your Karve will thoroughly clean it to bring it back to just new status (e.g. removing all patina) so you won't be adding any steps or price to any future plating.No wrong answer here.As for me, I love my plated Karve. I am not going to lie, however—I do miss the patina I had as well as the smell of the brass. Would I do it again? Yes. I just might buy a second brass Karve to keep around