Quote Originally Posted by aroliver59 View Post
One might suggest that you not invest money on hones when you have not tried straight razor shaving.If you get a real "shave ready" razor honed by a pro,and a decent strop,you're good to go for literally a month or more.By then,you'll know if it's for you and you can get into honing when you're sure.
the only thing i would add to this is buy a cheap double arrow for $10 to practice honing on and when your good razor needs a hone you will be ready my son