Quote Originally Posted by Haroldg48 View Post
Well welcome anyway from an old guy. Stay away from eBay, and either go to the Classifieds here, to Larry at Whipped Dog or to SRD and bite the bullet on a $100 quality razor. The key is to get a shave ready razor which all three of those sources reliably have, and a strop...same true of those three sources, although Larry is likely the cheapest of the three.

Starting with a known, well prepped razor is the key to success. Won't get that on eBay.

Enjoy!
+1 on Larry at Whipped Dog Straight Razor Shaving Equipment . Buy the "sight unseen" and get a good serviceable shave ready razor at a great price. You can also get a strop, soap and a brush with the razor for around $50. Unless you are extremely knowledgeable, stay away from the Bay for now. Stick around here long enough reading everything in the library and hanging on every word that flows from the most wise and sage mentors here and you will be able to spot a good deal from the real dogs in no time.