Thread: Just wanted to Introduce Myself...

Thanks Guys,
eBay Bad....people with experience good How did you guys come around to the straight razor. I have been looking for a better and cleaner shave. Initially it was the quick shave with the electric...then back to the Cheapee safety (although when you add up the costs it does get expensive) to the higher quality safety. I remember a quote somewhere about how to be careful buying a new blade....something like "It's your face!!"

I look at straight razor shaving as a meditative activity...time patience and an art. Thoughts?

BTW...newbie question...how many shaves to you get out of a freshly honed razor. Also, I've purchased from classicshaving.com. Do their razors come "shave ready" or do they also need the sharpening service?
THX

It depends on beard toughness, amount of prep, the blade itself, and how you care for it. 12 weeks or more is standard, but you may need it rehoned if you roll the blade stroping or otherwise damage the edge. Another advantage from buying here is that several members offer a 3 month free rehoning service.

Welcome to SRP! The initial jump is scary but you will eventually get good with the razor. I can't even remember the last time I used something other then a str8.

I do have one wapi left on my website. I didn't do a bulk order as Mike did, so I didn't get a break on the shipping. I offer a three month hone warranty. Just pay return shipping. There are usually razors listed on our B/S/T forum that the sellers will list a "great for beginners". Watch for these. Unless otherwise stated, the razors sold here are expected to be shave ready and all the sellers stand by their work.

Again welcome!

Can you enlighten me on what a wapi is????

Just checked out your site....now I know.

Welcome to SRP!! A Wapi is a Wapiencia.....a New Old Stock razor from Poland. Good shavers, especially for the price!

I've heard that the best blades come from Solingen and Sheffield. Some folks say don't buy anything else. Also, I've heard to stay away from stainless blades since they don't hold an edge as well.