it is a very good choice i have as of yet to purchase a new razor but i have 6 used ones that i am learning to shave and maintain you cant go wrong sending it to lynn either he will put a superb edge on it and you will have a great shaver do you have a decent strop whatever you do dont skinp on the strop you can get a starter strop from tony miller a member here his strops are of very high quality i understand from doing an extensive amount of reading here and elsewhere ill buy one from him shortly i was lucky to have an antique barber special strop that was in very nice shape i won a 3 1/8 inch dovo on ebite looks used once or twice really perfect condition for $38 + shipping so i feel i did ok on that i am collecting hones as as well but will buy the belgian blue and yellow stones as i am traditional in my thoughts and actions good choice and have a great 1st shave