I’d like to start by introducing myself. I am Hawkmoon101 (Brad), I am almost 23, and I am a newbie. I’m going to start with a little background of how I came to be here.

My grandfather recently gave me his old straight razors. I’ve always had a minor interest in them from watching a lot of old movies. But since receiving this gift, my interest has become more of a fascination. I’ve purchases a starter wet shave kit (brush, soap, etc.) and have learned to build what I would consider a fairly good lather (much better than anything I’ve experienced with regular consumer products).


So here is a link to my album containing the 4 razors and hone my grandfather gave me.

Straight Razor Place Forums - hawkmoon101's Album: My Grandfathers gift


I’ve been reading these forums for a week or two now, and have become very interested in both restoration and honing and would like to continue that pursuit. However, I would also like to start shaving ASAP. So I was thinking… that I would send 2 of these razors to be professionally restored and honed. This would then leave me the other 2 to do myself.


I am curious about other people’s opinions about this idea and which 2 razors I should have done professionally.


Thank you, in advance, for your time, consideration, and for sharing your knowledge.
Hawkmoon101