I am a college student (meaning little startup money to be had) however I am looking to begin straight razor shaving as a form of meditation and sincere personal time. I expressed this interest to my family who graciously purchased for me a straight razor kit for Christmas. I have done quite abit of research into the world (this site has been particularly helpful) and fear that what I have received may not be up to par in terms of quality of the razor and brush but do not want to be dismissive if it will do well for a beginner while I get the money to grow to bigger better things. My greater fear is that if it is substandard that I will find shaving to be a greater hassel/potentially significantly more painful than it is worth and lose the desire to attempt it. I have managed to find what appears to be the same kit online from an Ebay source and this is the information that they give on it.

Overall Length: 248mm / 9 3/4 In.
Closed Length: 165 mm / 6-1/2 In.
Blade Length: 148mm / 5 3/4 Inches
Blade Edge Length: 75 mm / 3”
Blade Thickness: 4mm
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Handle Material: Steel
Shaving brush Material: Bristles & black ABS Handle
Strop Material: Canvas & PU Leather

Item Weight: 600 Grams

As well as a picture of the blade though it doesn't provide a real comparison size-wise.