Thread: New Guy with a Question or 2.

Hello everyone.

I just found this site the other day. I got a straight razor and just like any broad head or knife I get I started to sharpen it. I have it hair cutting sharp (shaves arm hair, but needs more work). Anyway, The razor I have is from BudK.com I know it not a real good straight razor, but I can use it to practice with. I have an old wet/dry honing stone and some leather strop. I almost have the bevel that was on it off and a nice edge starting. The maker of the razor is Tomahawk, Its blade is 2 7/8" long XL1026 Stainless Steel. I still need to get mug/brush & soap.


I know the razor not top line, but do you think it would be a good starter?

I've seen those on eBay and never thought they would be any good at all. The only way to tell is to get a shave ready razor from a member here through the Classifieds and compare.

X

Welcome to SRP!

Unfortunately, that razor is barely a knife. While it may cut the hair off your arm i definitely would not advise trying your face.
please look in the wiki for the list of unusable razors to help prevent future problems.

the first razor i ever bought was a Tomahawk off ebay at the time i knew nothing of razors i never was able to shave with it now i got it sitting for decoration i would check the classifieds here or go to vintagebladesllc.com i have learned you get your moneys worth when it comes to straights my $120 dovo is no comparison to the $6 ebay razor.

Originally Posted by syslight

Welcome to SRP!

please look in the wiki for the list of unusable razors to help prevent future problems.

I couldn't find that part with the unusable razors

Originally Posted by mysticguido

I couldn't find that part with the unusable razors

Hi and welcome!
Here you go

I didn't see tomahawk listed so that's good. Plus the blade has made in China. If it doesn't shave good I'll use it as a hunting knife. I just lost my job so I can't buy a real straight razor yet. I have been looking and found one or two I might be able to get that are under $100.00.

Thanx for the info. At lest I'll have my honing & stropping down for a straight razor working this one. I'll keep Y'all up 2 date.

Welcome to SRP!!! It's always good to see a fresh face on board!

Originally Posted by mysticguido

I have been looking and found one or two I might be able to get that are under $100.00.

I would strongly recommend looking in the Classifieds on this forum. There are plenty of QUALITY razors, many vintage, that are shave ready for well under $100.00

Good luck!
Chris

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