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    Personally I prefer vintage razors, I love Joseph Rodgers & Sons followed by Wade & Butcher, Boker, George Wostenholm & Sons, Bismarck just to name a few. But everyone is different, some like new while others prefer vintage.

    The fun part of this sport is experiment to see what works for you. The only thing that is 'set in stone' is getting a good shave.........
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    Once I get a budget built back up for some hones I plan to g get some vintage blades to restore.

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    Sorry, on my phone and it likes to insert random characters at times.

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    +1 to not toughing honed until a year or so into using straights and you have a handful of razors.

    New, I'd recommend Revisor 6/8 they have a huge selection, especially in 6/8, and have razors ranging from 4/8 to 8/8 as well as a large selection of new old stock razors...so maybe check them out if you want vintage as well. I'd recommend vintage as they are typically better shavers.

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    I can't help but agree that another straight and a barbers hone are a good route. Not all barbers hones are created equal and if you are planning on going that route check on Modines research at http://www.razorandstone.com - The Front Page to get a good one.
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    Quote Originally Posted by kwlfca View Post
    +1 to not toughing honed until a year or so into using straights and you have a handful of razors.

    New, I'd recommend Revisor 6/8 they have a huge selection, especially in 6/8, and have razors ranging from 4/8 to 8/8 as well as a large selection of new old stock razors...so maybe check them out if you want vintage as well. I'd recommend vintage as they are typically better shavers.

    I also HIGHLY recommend Revisor. I shaved this morning with my 7/8 and I'm always impressed with the great shaves it delivers, the great edge it takes, and the feel of the steel. Wonderful razors and many to choose from.
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    If your completely new to straights then the second razor would be a good idea. have it pro honed. before I started to touch up the edge or re-hone I would recommend watching the videos on the subject on u tube. there are several on the subject. Lynn Abrams and Gssixgun are the two I watched on honing and refreshing the edge. there are many videos on restoring vintage razors also. whether you buy a vintage or new doesn't really matter as long as you like the one you get. the classified here has some nice blades. if you don't get carried away then ebay is an ok place to look.
    You express a desire to restore and hone razors. I would start with the Rust bucket razors. just one at a time. I would not practice on one of my good blades. I found a rusty old blade in an antique shop for 5.00 dollars. made excellent practice material. when I got to where I could hone my razor I shave with the old $5 blade was a tooth pick. just a thought and suggestion. anyway that's my 0.03 cents worth. oh yea the folks here all give great advice. good bunch of people.

    I like to watch Lynn and Gssixgun videos and I wish max would make one. I'd watch it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by OCDshaver View Post
    I also HIGHLY recommend Revisor. I shaved this morning with my 7/8 and I'm always impressed with the great shaves it delivers, the great edge it takes, and the feel of the steel. Wonderful razors and many to choose from.
    I've got a 6/8 with nice wood scales. I ended up putting a touch of lemon oil on them recently....night and day! I just wish they had a larger selection for the 7/8, although they do sell a variety of scales in their "spare parts" section.

    I definitely like Revisors though. I have a modern Dovo and a modern Revisor...I'd probably never buy another Dovo unless it was vintage. A Revisor on the other hand, I wouldn't hesitate. Much better value than Dovos if you ask me, better prices and better shavers.
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    Quote Originally Posted by kwlfca View Post
    I've got a 6/8 with nice wood scales. I ended up putting a touch of lemon oil on them recently....night and day! I just wish they had a larger selection for the 7/8, although they do sell a variety of scales in their "spare parts" section.

    I definitely like Revisors though. I have a modern Dovo and a modern Revisor...I'd probably never buy another Dovo unless it was vintage. A Revisor on the other hand, I wouldn't hesitate. Much better value than Dovos if you ask me, better prices and better shavers.
    The steel feels like vintage steel.....if that makes any sense. I have a Dovo as well. And while its ok, its just ok. I'm much happier with my Revisor than my Dovo. They are slightly more difficult to purchase in that the website and purchase process is not as simple as others. But the minor hassle is worth it.
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    Don't forget about the classifieds here. IMO, Right now there's a lot of good razors on there right around your budget. There's a few marked with really good prices. Have you had a look on there??
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