It's unlikely to be as smooth & comfortable as a real straight, but it will give you an idea. A few of the fella's started that way.
The razor matter's in as much as the build quality must be sound, & the balance at least half decent, or you'll be struggling with inferior tools.
It's worth considering the classifieds. Not sure what's there right now, but a vintage shave ready razor can be had for very little. Then you just need a strop. If it's not for you you can put them back on the classifieds & not be out of pocket.