First off, Howdy. I've just recently inherited a Simmons HDWE Barber's Pet that belonged to my great grandfather. While I was doing some research as to the value of the razor my interest in learning how to use it sparked. My main question to start is where and how do I get started? I know the razor is nowhere near shave ready since it's been sitting in a drawer for over 40 yrs. I might be able to get my hands on my great grandfather's old strop, but I don't have a stone to sharpen the razor. My budget is extremely tight...the wife and I just had our first, a boy!! I would love to learn how to use this razor and pass it on to my son eventually...keep it in the family. Any help anyone could give me would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks