Thread: My First Post : New Member

G'day and welcome to SRP Robert.

Wow that was an early start, I was fluffy till about 15…no need of a razor till then.

I personally own and use a Dovo 6/8 Bismarch in my daily rotation. Its a new razor and I love it. I use this on one day and a vintage Gotta 6/8 Extra Hollow on alternate days. I love both razors very much. The Bismarch is full ground and is not as flexible as the extra full hollow of the Gotta but I think they both shave exceptionally well, no real practical difference as far as I can tell.

Now one razor is vintage and one is brand new. The new one cost much much more than the vintage one (especially as I was given the Gotta) However they both shave exceptionally well and both look great in my opinion.

What I guess Im trying to say is the Dovo Mammoth is an expensive razor. And quite an outlay initially. You will get just as good a shave from either a cheaper entry level Dovo or a vintage. Also when I started I had a 5/8 and now I much prefer a 6/8. The gentleman that gave me the Gotta didn't like it because of the flexibility of the blade, the extra full hollow didn't suit him but I love it. Maybe trying a few different cheaper razors would be the way to go first, especially as many people give up using the straight razor after finding it's not for them.

Many people will follow this post I'm sure saying the Dovo Mammoth is a poor quality razor for the money, however all I can say is I think the Dovo Bismarch is a quality razor. It's all down to what you like and of course your budget.

If I was starting again I would get either a cheap Dovo and get is sharpened or buy a vintage used razor that has been honed. My first straight was a sight unseen razor from Whipped Dog Straight Razor Shaving Equipment and although I don't use it much now it was a very good start into the world of straights. It also cost $41 which is exceptionally good for a used vintage razor. Ok not a pretty razor but a good start.

There are many vendors and the classified section on here Is a good place to look also.

I hope that helped.

Enjoy