Originally Posted by
dward
I wouldn't get overly concerned about "second hand" razors. Some of the most coveted blades are among them. Have a look through the classifieds. Besides, our members have reputations to protect so you won't be getting junk. Kenrup (a member here) sells really nice starter sets for attractive prices. Check through the Vendors Corner forum on this site to find some really great values. As already mentioned, whatever you buy ensure it is shave ready. In the classifieds the ads will state whether or not a razor is shave ready or not. Some vendors do provide honing with the razor price and others do not, but offer that service for an additional cost.
Besides the razor you will need the following as a minimum:
1. Strop (hanging the best, but a paddle will work)
2. Shave soap/cream (personal choice)
3. Brush (from less than $15 to obscene prices)
You will also need a pasting strop or barbers hone in a short bit too... :gl: