Thread: What exactly do i need?

i want to switch to a straight razor, so what exactly do i need? I've seen people mention stuff like 'stropping'. HELP. also any tips on a good razor? $75 to $150

Strop, razor, brush, mug and Shaving soap. If you buy new I suggest straight razor design as they come shave ready. Vintage can be good but buy from a reputable seller who will sell the razor shave ready. Read and watch videos in library. Good luck.

Originally Posted by bouschie

Strop, razor, brush, mug and Shaving soap. If you buy new I suggest straight razor design as they come shave ready. Vintage can be good but buy from a reputable seller who will sell the razor shave ready. Read and watch videos in library. Good luck.

the brush,mug,shaving soap i can buy at walmart right? strop and razor are only 2 things i gotta buy online?

and just curious how long can you use a shave ready razor until you gotta sharpen/strop it?

Originally Posted by Checky

i want to switch to a straight razor, so what exactly do i need? I've seen people mention stuff like 'stropping'. HELP. also any tips on a good razor? $75 to $150

This section of the forum library has some suggestions if you have not already read it.

Straight Razor Place Library:Books/Beginners Guide - Straight Razor Place Library

Bob

Originally Posted by BobH

This section of the forum library has some suggestions if you have not already read it.

Straight Razor Place Library:Books/Beginners Guide - Straight Razor Place Library

Bob

thank you.

Originally Posted by Checky

thank you.

You are welcome. You'll likely have more questions based on reading that too.

Bob

And so you'll need to ask them!

Welcome to the better way to shave.

Read then read again and then look at all the new tips and the sticky son starting out , then heed the advise, as for how long a shave ready edge lasts that's up to you doing your homework and maybe putting in the time to find a mentor close which is easier by putting your location in your profile , then sit back and try to be patient. The classifieds are good places for razors to start with, not Ebay or joe knife sharpener, Tc

Slow down! There's no rush. Read Read Read the library and beginners sections of the forum. You will have a lot of your questions answered.

Good advice from various members. SRD for beginner's set or the SRP Classifieds for a shave ready vintage. Walmart is OK for a mug, soap and a brush if they are carrying Van Der Hagen sets of them. Large drugstore chains should also have them. Other than the library back postings in the Beginner's Tips can also be helpful.

And by all means, re state your location. A mentor my be living right down the street fromyou. Nothing can replace a couple of face-to-face sessions on getting started in straight razor shaving.