Thread: The $30 shave vs the $450+ shave

Absolutely Bob, couldn't agree more.

For myself, I got into this as a better, more practical way to shave, was simply fed up when I was about to purchase another pack of carts at $18.00...there had to be a better way.

Then I saw a great video about shaving with a straight that percolated in my head for awhile, then add lurking and reading here, and I was hooked, bought a starter kit from Classic Edge.

I think starting with the fundamentals as you say is key, shave ready razor, a brush, and something other than canned goo and if you enjoy yourself, take the time to learn, then if you choose, it can become a hobby.

Great post and all excellent points...

One of my best shavers was part of a set of two that only paid five bucks and some elbow grease. It's an old Bismarck razor works 406 with original box. Light hone wear, and very easy to hone too.