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    Default Advice on my first razor

    First off this place is great!

    I'm looking to purchase my first ... well everything, but mainly need some advice on the razor. I'm a student, so I don't want anything fancy (I don't have a lot of money ... yet), but I would like to get something quality that's going to last, and be a good "performer". After reading a bunch I'm pretty sure I should be looking for an already honed, round point, carbon steel razor, and am wondering if this one from Bill Ellis (I'd like to support the group) would be a good choice? It doesn't specifically say it is carbon steel, but is it safe to assume it is?
    Should I be concerned about the amount of hollow?

    Please let me know if this razor gets the thumbs up, or if I should look elsewhere for now.
    Thanks!
    Mat

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    Hi and welcome!

    This is just my 0.002 cents:


    I'm looking to purchase my first ... well everything, but mainly need some advice on the razor. I'm a student, so I don't want anything fancy (I don't have a lot of money ... yet), but I would like to get something quality that's going to last, and be a good "performer". After reading a bunch I'm pretty sure I should be looking for an already honed, round point, carbon steel razor, and am wondering if this one from Bill Ellis (I'd like to support the group) would be a good choice?

    It seems to be a good one, and based on Bill's reputation I can't imagine him putting a bad razor up for sale, just be sure it's "shave ready"

    It doesn't specifically say it is carbon steel, but is it safe to assume it is?
    I believe it's an safe assumption.

    Should I be concerned about the amount of hollow?
    No, just get a razor to start with. You'll end up worrying about blade sizes and different grinds soon enough.

    Please let me know if this razor gets the thumbs up, or if I should look elsewhere for now.
    Thanks!
    Mat

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    Like a lot of folks around here i like Bill's work... yes that is going to be a carbon steel razor... nicely polished up.

    Bill's razors come shave-ready unless otherwise stated.

    for all your other needs Tony Miller at www.thewellshavedgentleman.com is a great choice for a starter kit both with or without a razor, his strops are the best.

    or Jim at www.vintagebladesllc.com will be able to fill all your needs.
    Be just and fear not.

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