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Good Morning All,
I just wanted to introduce myself. I am 33, married with one young son (three years) and currently reside in central NC, USA but will be moving to Mexico City in April 2009.
I have been shaving with a DE for nearly three years and am looking forward to trying a straight. I've already spent a bit of time gleaning info. from this site and look forward to gathering more.
Once I gain possession of a razor and strop I promise to start with the inquiries...
Thanks again!
Welcome aboard! Take your time, get familiar with what's out there, read as much as you can, and then go for it!
As a starter, I would recommend a Dovo blade and a Tony Miller strop. You really can't beat them for quality and value.
Welcome aboard Frank!
Any shave ready blade from the Classifieds will be a great starter - it doesn't have to be new, expensive, or even very pretty...but it MUST be shave ready.
Keep on reading - the stickies and wikis are great for cutting off a substancial portion of the learning curve - and Lynn's video is also a must-see!
Keep us posted, and have fun!
Mark
Welcome to srp!
DITTO ! :gl:Quote:
Originally Posted by KristofferBodvin
Ask away at anytime. Even before making your purchases...
And remember. There are no stupid questions, just stupid people. Err wait that's not what I actually meant :gaah: - But now I can use that smiley.
Welcome :D Being a DE user I reckon you already know that it might not be smooth sailing from the start.
Yup, that's the consistent warning...:D. However, when I first started using a DE I knew nothing about facial prep, blade angle, blade pressure or really even blade sharpness. Hopefully some of this knowledge will transfer to the process of using a straight razor.Quote:
Being a DE user I reckon you already know that it might not be smooth sailing from the start.
Glad to have you along for the ride....
You will find SRP to be a great place with many helpful members...
Enjoy !!!!
Welcome aboard my friend .You will find all the answers to help you along on the learning curve Here.Paul
Welcome!
This is the place!
Dannyr
Cary, NC checking in.. Congrats on finding a great site.
Welcome to SRP Frank. You already have the shave prep down with your DE experience. Have a couple good straight shavers when you go to Mexico. I am not sure what's available down there. You might find some gems down there with a little hunting. Also it would be good to have your hone setup established before you go. Have fun.
bj