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  1. 01-16-2016, 12:42 AM #1
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    I just got my Ralf Aust 5/8 from SRD a few weeks ago and man was that edge nice. Had such a great shave that morning, Lynn does an awesome job.
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    I think a lot of folks could learn from your experience in several ways. First, your time spent reading gave you a lot of good information. That's always a good idea before spending hard earned $$$$. Second, "shave ready" isn't always! Most new "from the factory" razors usually (99% of the time) aren't. Professional honing from someone reputable in the straight razor community is a sure bet!

    Welcome to the enjoyment! My first modern SR was an Aust and they shave well!
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    Yep and if they are like they was when I started a new razor came with a coupon for one free redone, which you will need after some of your early stropping sessions. Good luck. Tc
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    The good thing about having 2 razors you will find out soon enough . Hope not but most do. Once you get to shaving with a straight nothing else works. So if you make a mistake and damage it or mess up on the strop , you won't want to shave until you get it back from repair or re hone. :<0)
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  9. 01-20-2016, 12:32 PM #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by Phil129 View Post
    I just got my Ralf Aust 5/8 from SRD a few weeks ago and man was that edge nice. Had such a great shave that morning, Lynn does an awesome job.
    You are really making me anxious! I have the same Ralf Aust blade on order and will be driving to SRD/Imperial Shaving to pick it up, along with an English Bridle strop, this coming Saturday. And this post is also making me wish today was Saturday!
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