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Will it still work?
After reading the pro's and con's on carbon steel vs stainless steel razors and with me being a first time straight razor user I had decided it was best to go with a carbon steel razor. Being excited on the day of purchase I forgot the rule of thumb concerning aesthetics vs function and I mindlessly chose a more "pretty" one without realizing I bought a (DOVO Genuine Ebony & "Silver Steel" 5/8) SS until it was (sent to Mr. Abrams about a week ago) too late.
Is this still going to work or should I recoup whatever I can from a resell and get a carbon razor?
Thanks in advance,
-D. Levesque
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I don't believe that I own a single stainless razor, but being a Dovo, I don't think there should be a problem!
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I agree. And what's more, there's absolutely nothing wrong with SS. I have one or two - slightly longer to hone but keeps an edge, on average, longer than a carbon.
I'd say it's all good :tu
James.
Oh - I just noticed your post count. Welcome to the forum!
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You'll be very happy with a Lynn-honed SS. I had a vintage Dovo INOX that he honed for me that was outstanding!
Welcome aboard!
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Hello Gentlemen,
Thanks for the encouraging words (and warm welcome!).
Had read somewhere that some experienced users generally lean towards SS so I worked myself into a bit of a tizzy thinking I messed-up royally but seeing that you guys think otherwise I'll now look forward to receiving it, slowly learning how to master the Art of the Straight Shave!
Thanks again,
-D. Levesque
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The hard part is already done, choosing your first blade :D , and being new a SS will have some bennies, like less issues of rust...
Welcome and enjoy to company, I sure do :D
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You should be just fine. If you don't like the razor you can sell it later, but I agree with the others that things are fine for you ...