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  1. 08-30-2009, 05:33 PM #1
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    Default Str8 Razor first time purchase suggestions / opinions

    Recently started wet shaving with a Merkur Futur. I get very close shaves with it and it seems very forgiving, I've had only a few very minor nicks over the past month or so.

    I would like some recommendations on what would be a decent Str8 razor and strop to start out with. Str8's are where I ultimately want to go as far as shaving.

    My price range is between $100-$ 175. I'm looking for decent quality and one that will hold an edge well and will be easy to hone once I get more experience with Str8's.

    Any help and suggestions will be much appreciated.

    Thank you

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    John
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  2. 08-30-2009, 05:42 PM #2
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    Welcome
    I was pointed to the Dovo straight razors, when I first joined this forum. I am very happy with my purchase.
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    There's a Dovo special in the classifieds that fulfills all your requirements.

    As for a strop: http://straightrazorpalace.com/vendo...ma-strops.html

    It gets a good review from Joe Chandler, a respected mamber here.
    Last edited by Kees; 08-30-2009 at 05:51 PM.
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  4. 08-30-2009, 05:51 PM #4
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    Welcome Onboard. A 5/8 or 6/8 from this list:
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    Make sure that it is honed by someone whom knows how.

    "Cheap Tools Is Misplaced Economy. Always buy the best and highest grade of razors, hones and strops. Then you are prepared to do the best work."
    - Napoleon LeBlanc, 1895
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  5. 08-30-2009, 05:55 PM #5
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    I would either peruse the classifieds section here at SRP or shop one of the vendors here at SRP.
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