You're right, there is a lot of information, but don't let it overwhelm you. It's much simpler than it sounds.

Get a refurbished Solingen or Sheffield blade from the classifieds or a reputable eBay seller like altima55 for your first razor. A pasted paddle with 1µ and 0.5µ paste on opposite sides is likely your best way to keep that razor going until you're ready to step up your honing. Straight Razor Designs has some really nice looking strops.

Get going!

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