Thread: Checking in

Welcome!

What kind of razor did you get (pictures are always nice )? I second that advertised "shave-ready" blades aren't always what they appear. I'm not saying that the one that was sold to you wasn't, only that I've read many reports of newbies buying "shave-ready" blades that were clearly not. If you're doubting the shave-readiness of the razor you could always send it to one of our members for the royal honing treatment. Correct me if I'm wrong, but Ron (Utopian) is still offering free honing for newbies, so I would contact him if you considering going that route.

All that aside, congratulations on making the switch to the straight! Check out the wiki on this site if you have not already done so. It's chuck-full of useful information.

I managed to grab some photos of the razor I got from e bay. It's marked 'ground in germany' and is a 'WUG' brand if that means anything.
I've shaved with it a couple of times and if what I'm reading is accurate it's due to be stropped.
I quite like the razor and I've got past the 'I'm not putting that anywhere near my face' stage at least.
I will be chasing up a strop and i will be sure to read all the tips on your Wiki.
I think there is an Aussie who has offered to hone a razor for newbies so I will chase that option up too.
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