Thread: Help!

I need to find a nice but affordable Straight Razor Gift set for my boyfriends bday. does anyone know where i can find one that includes all that he needs? PLEASE HELP! THANK YOU!

can u link me to the set you think would be best for a gift. im clueless..

I can vouch for either the Dovo Bismarck or the Dovo 5/8 spike point in ebony.

Got both from SRD, both are great shavers.

Mostly though it's personal preference. Anything honed by Lynn will give you a good shave, and all of the razors he and Don sell are quality.

Just pick something that's comfortable for your budget that you think he might like, and you're set.

Originally Posted by catertoyou

can u link me to the set you think would be best for a gift. im clueless..

Not really. That's a little like what is the best candy in a candy shop? It's personal preference based on what someone likes and what someone wants. My advice is to pick up the phone and call SRD and get their opinion (ie. that's a question for a salesman!)

Ask kenrup. He makes beginner sets and the strop leather that comes with it is awesome, and judging by the blade he just sent me, the razor will be awesome too.

How experienced is your boyfriend with straight razors? Does he have a brush and/or proper shave soap? If no experience and no to the second question, I'd recommend finding him something with a round point (less chance of nicking himself with the point). The individual style of the scale depends on personal taste, and that's where you have to make the judgement call.

hes not experienced but hes been wanting a set for a long time. i just want to get him all that hell need so he can start off properly supplied. Thank you all for your help

any razor that has been properly honed would be good.
a strop is necessary to keep the edge sharp between shaves.
a brush and soap/cream are a big step in beard preparation beyond the aerosole cans, so while not necessary it's very helpful.

i dont know much about these razors. can u show me which one your talking about?

I'll send you a PM.