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03-04-2007, 05:03 AM #1
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Hi All,
I am new to the forum and relatively new to Straight Shaving, although I purchased my first and only razor (a new Dovo Micarta SS 5/8") three years ago.
I shaved right out of the box a few times and it gave a good shave, then it started pulling so I put it away (although it was always at the back of my mind as I've always had a fascination with sharp objects...)
It wasn't until recently that I discovered this forum, and decided to revive my blade by getting myself a Norton and trying to my hand at honing.
As I am still new to honing I don't have a truly sharp razor, however given my non-tough facial hair I am able to get a decent and comfortable shave out of it regardless, and now that is all I am using.
So here are my newbie questions.
1. I've read that SS blades are harder to sharpen than Carbon Steel and I was wondering how true this is, and if I should buy a non SS blade to see if I can improve my 'luck'.
2. Where I can get a (relatively) cheap pre-honed straight that I can guage my standards against, or if anyone in Canada provides a honing service (I'm worried about customs if going to the US).
3. If anyone in the Toronto area knows of some local dealers of shaving supplies? I have almost all I need but would like to expand my horizons without paying extra shipping and duties. As well I would like to get a badger brush as I am currently using a Wilkinson Sword Boar Brush (from Wallmart if you would believe it!).
Thanks all for your time and dedication to straight shaving, with the way society has become so obsessed with making things easier, faster and disposable, it is great to see people trying to slow down and enjoy life's little pleasures.
You have a great thing going with this forum!
IvanLast edited by STR8 77; 03-04-2007 at 12:36 PM. Reason: For Clarity