Quote Originally Posted by Trotter View Post
Thanks so far guys much appreciated.

Dave, I would probably buy my razor online, so would that not be honed before they sell it?.

I was just under the impression you had to strop and hone before each shave or at least every couple of shaves to keep the blade sharp so it performs to its potential???.
You *should* strop before each shave, but thats only for longevity of the edge's sake. Not necessary per se. Classifieds on a razor site is the cheapest option. If you don't find anything, pm me.

Cheapest way to "hone" is to buy some crox and a balsa wood piece.