Thread: Newb looking to get started quickly. Could use some help getting some thingsSortedOut

I would suggest getting the razor from someone here as well. It's the cheapest and most effective option.

You may not be able to tell the difference between a good brush and a great brush when first starting out, so go for one that's less expensive but nice.

As for a hone, my preference is the Coticule, Howard @ theperfectedge.com has really good ones. But any 8k grit and up stone will keep a nice edge on your razor.

For soap, I whole heartedly recommend Colleen Hurley's soap, Shaving, Bath and Body, Skincare, Home Fragrance, Brushes, Creams, Soaps. It really is awesome stuff. Leatherneck, Desert Ironwood, and Cavendish Black are my favorites.

Strops can also be found here on SRP, as well as other vendors. The obvious cheapos on ebay are to be avoided, but otherwise there are many good strops out there.

It's really hard to go wrong with the reputable vendors but there are definitely deals to be had through the classifieds.