I know you get this question from every beginner, but I’ve read around a bit on here and this is what I’ve come up with to try straight razor shaving with on a “reasonable” budget.

3 used Solingen razors ... $108
Honing for best two ... $50
Tony Miller beginner strop ... $25
Tweezerman badger brush ... $13
Taylor of Old Bond cream for Sensitive Skin ... $18

TOTAL ... $214

I’d like to not use aftershave unless it’s a necessity. Otherwise, am I missing any bare essentials?

Also, I thought about practicing a time or two on the top of my thigh before the first section of my face to get an initial feel for the razor (because it’s very smooth and there’s no mirror involved). Is that a good idea or goofy?

Thanks for any advice,

--Thomas