Thread: Noob with questions

Two thing come to mind. One has been mentioned, shave ready, the other is point type. There are some very sharp spike points out there and they should be avoided or, have the tip muted by the person you are buying from. It is simple for them to do and can be back to a spike in the next sharpening if that is what you choose to do. If you look at shave ready razors $50 to $100 is a giant range of really nice vintage razors. The classifieds here is a good spot for sure.

I would recommend a shave-ready vintage razor. Find you one that you find aesthetically pleasing and enjoy the ride.

Well I think it's decided then. I really enjoy the 2 vintage razors I mentioned before. I have my eye on a Red Cross local to me and a bow on eBay. The only thing being neither are shave ready. I emailed a well known knife maker in Nova Scotia who said they can, and have honed straights.

Ike, my advice is to get your razor honed by someone who actually shaves with a straight razor and can be vouched for by other straight razor enthusiasts. If your knife maker in NS meets that criteria, then go for it. Otherwise, you are taking a gamble, as knife sharpening and razor sharpening are two different animals.

I will pm you the contact details of a fellow in Nova Scotia who would be more than happy to help you.

That would be beyond awesome. Thanks Sooo much

Agree with Badgister send it for a pro honing. Why start without knowing that it is truly shave ready. Good luck

I have heard a few horror stories about knife sharpeners stuffing up a razor, the job is a lot more subtle on a razor than on a knife.

I was watching a guy sharpen a sushi knife and he went to 8K but still was grinding at the edge. Before I started sharpening my own razor it would have looked like he was being delicate. I could not believe the way he plonked the knives down after he was finished and the hones were dished to buggery (I almost asked him if he wanted me to lap them for him).