I jumped in the pool

**jessew35** · 12-23-2008, 12:55 AM

With the help of all of you "Seasoned" straight shavers, I just purchased my first blade. This is what I decided on:

PRESHARPENED DOVO Bone Handle "Bismarck" 6/8

and I also purchased:

DOVO "Extra Wide" Russian Leather Strop

I'll keep you posted on how the shaving goes.

**Alraz** · 12-23-2008, 01:01 AM

I do not own either but have heard only good things about them. Please let us know how it goes.

Al raz.

**jszabo** · 12-23-2008, 01:03 AM

congrats man i have a 6/8 red bismarck and its a great shaver some advice though take your time with your first shave and with that wide strop it is very easy to nick it up until you get used to it good luck and looking forward to you next post

**Kenrup** · 12-23-2008, 01:05 AM

Good gear! I have a Bismarck, it's my Sunday shaver.

**coachmike** · 12-23-2008, 01:07 AM

Congrats on taking the plunge. The only thing I would add,,,, consider not only taking your time on the shave, but also just shave your sides. Leave your chin out of this equation as it is the toughest to learn to shave. After you get comfortable with the shaving processes, you can add the rest of your face. In this way you can develop "touch". HAVE FUN.

**AFDavis11** · 12-23-2008, 01:09 AM

Nice choices! Have fun!!!!

**dannyr** · 12-23-2008, 01:09 AM

Welcome! Take it easy and don't rush. Getting the feel of these straight razors takes alittle time. Enjoy!
Dannyr

**wescap34** · 12-23-2008, 01:12 AM

Welcome aboard. You are going to enjoy SRP and straight shaving. Heed the advise of the quys to take small steps at first and you will find this to be very enjoyable.

**jessew35** · 12-23-2008, 06:34 PM

Thanks for all the advice. I should receive the razor on Wednesday evening so I can start out Christmas Day with a fresh, straight shave.

**woork** · 12-23-2008, 07:21 PM

Welcome to SRP!

+1 on all the advice..

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