Thread: Can't get my straight shave-ready

Originally Posted by eddy79

First I would suggest that the razor is poor quality and may be no good for shaving. Second the finest side of the hone you have os only about half as fine as what is needed. You won't get there with what you have and due to the razor probably never will. In the library is a list of razors to avoid and one of good quality razors. For a cheap starter blade check out the classified. Should get it cheap and shave ready. Good luck. Ed

I think that he COULD get there with what he has...it just might take him 10x as long as it should.
+1 on looking at the classifieds here for a razor for not too bad of a price.

Originally Posted by Chevhead

I think that he COULD get there with what he has...it just might take him 10x as long as it should.
+1 on looking at the classifieds here for a razor for not too bad of a price.

I say this as he only has a 4.5k grit stone. I wouldnt shave off that. 8k no prob but not that. Ed

Don't feel alone here. I did the same thing in the beginning because I can be cheap. I have great shaves now and ummmmm less money.

I'm guessing you live in the uk, you might want to try the invisible edge for products and services they do a great job and there would be less postal hassles.

enjoy,
jim

Many thanks all round. I knew it wasn't something to be rash with but then this is what I'm like. I thought I'd mentioned I was from England - must've forgot. Wrote it in my intro only, it seems. How did you realise? Timing of my posts?

Any suggestions for what to do with a useless razor and stone (which is blackened by electrical tape)?

Originally Posted by pseudonym

Any suggestions for what to do with a useless razor and stone (which is blackened by electrical tape)?

Keep practicing. The hone may be alright for lower grit work or use it on your knives or in the shed. Lapping it should remove the electrical tape. Ed

they make ok letter openers or when completely dulled ("breadknifed"= use the side of a hone and work the blade at a 90 degree angle) they can be used to practice while awaiting proper kit.

the amazon.co.uk is what gave me your location, times do not matter some folks nearly live on the forum.

there needs to be a support group for SRP widows!

enjoy,
jim