Hello everyone,

My name is Jake and wish to pursue using a straight razor.

It all started when I first watched Sweeny Todd, (Cliché of course) but did you see the details on his straight razors? The one with Jonny Depp? yeah they just looked amazing.

Anyway basically I have been researching and still no avail. I'm not sure what to purchase or how to properly look after a razor, or what brands or anything. There is a starter set on amazon for £35 but I'm guessing that is way too cheap, even to start, it has been given good reviews though. But I watched a video and he said to use oil after using the blade, but quite a few forums have not said anything on the matter.

Basically I just want the facts and the truth, I am 19 so I want it to be skill I use for my life, as I use normal razors now and they're not great I feel, I told my partner to get that set (for £35) for my 20th which is September but If I get a good set now, I could ask her to get me a personal one or something.

Thanks for reading I hope you can help.

Thanks!

Jake!