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    Hi Everyone,

    I posted recently regarding irritation with my Gold Dollar razor. I chose this razor so I had something that I wouldn't be afraid to damage it while learning to strop, etc.

    I have solved the technique issues that were causing irritation in the last few weeks. I am noticing recently, though, that I am having increasing difficulty getting a close shave against the grain. To isolate technique from equipment, I reshaved a small area with my Fromm hair shaper. I was able to get a super close shave with no irritation. This leads me to believe my Gold Dollar is not holding an edge. Would everyone agree with this assumption?

    For an upgrade, would a Whipped Dog sight unseen be a good choice? I am looking for a long term functional razor that will hold an edge.

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    Andy

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    Could be your stropping technique as well. The better you get at that, the longer your edge will last. Always good to have more than one razor though, and I have only heard good things about Whipped Dog. Best of luck.
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    Hey Andy,
    keep an eye on our classified section & pick up a good deal on a nice vintage razor.
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    Grazor,

    If my stropping technique is sub par, what might I be able to do to restore the blade. Is Chromium Oxide enough?

    Andy

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    IMO, you can't go wrong with whipped dog. I have two now and the first one was used approx 5 day a week from May to September and it is still the "go to" blade for me.

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    Quote Originally Posted by andycfi View Post
    Grazor,

    If my stropping technique is sub par, what might I be able to do to restore the blade. Is Chromium Oxide enough?

    Andy
    Usually,depends on the condition, but worth a try if you have some. Just go slow and steady while you learn.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Hirlau View Post
    Hey Andy,
    keep an eye on our classified section & pick up a good deal on a nice vintage razor.
    theirs a nice 5/8 in there at the moment not badly priced I just saw
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    Yep,,, those guys don't last long,,, you have to keep an eye on the classified section every couple of hours, if your looking for a steal of a deal,,,,, the turnover is fast. Trusted sellers too.
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    A stropping technique I recommend to new guys is lay the strop on a flat surface, counter/table top until you perfect your technique. In the mean time practice stropping with a butter knife with your hanging strop to help develop proper technique and gain muscle memory plus you will save your strop from cuts and nicks.

    It would be hard to find a better fellow to deal with than Larry at Whipped Dog. I've bought several razors, leather, soap, etc. from him with no problems. Highly recommend!
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    If you do use crox use it on a flat surface. If you're stropping isn't up to scratch and you use crox you could make it worse. Go slow steady and lightly.
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