Thread: Basic Questions for the new guy

There are a few places for quality straights at a reasonable price. A lot of guys have used Larry at whipped Dog. He doesn't have many beauty queens but has truly shave ready generic blades with a little wear and tarnish. The big deals are usually on the classifieds here. The biggest thing you want besides a predictable blade is truly shave ready. Go slow in your learning to shave with a straight. The linen side has been long debated as to if it is needed or not. Some are purely leather stroppers, others do 20 linen before leather. The length of time you get out of a honing will depend on many variables. As a new shaver and stropper you may get a single shave or you may get a month or two. There are quite a few members in Ontario, if you are a little more specific in your location you might be able to find a mentor. have fun