I'm really impressed with the quality...

....people who are members on this site. From the creator to the moderators to the members, new and not so new, I'm grateful to have come across this site. It renews my faith in what I've always believed to be more true, than not, and that is that people are mostly good and want to do good.

In such a fast paced "me me world", it's great knowing there are still people out there who love sharing in their passions and are generous with their expertise , wisdom and knowledge of all things to do with straight razors. This site is a great example of the best of human nature.

Just saying....

and just saying thanks to all who have helped me so far. If I hadn't of lost my job, I would be shaving right now, but as it stands, I have to take things more slowly and build all the necessary pieces to start straight shaving one by one. That's okay, because there's lots to read here in the meantime and I look forward to learning all I can until the time I can afford a strop and then a hone. I used to be the one to sharpen the knives at home, because my mother was afraid of them, and I quite enjoyed it as a teen. Watching clips of Lynn on YouTube honing makes me want to not only take up straight shaving, but I think I might end up doing restos one day, too. This is becoming an obsession for me. I can feel it in my bones and I don't even own one strop or any hones. But I do have a couple of blades, that look like the might be pretty good shavers, once they are honed.

Anyway, thanks again to everyone who makes this site what it is: a real joy to visit. I love learning new things......especially when they are actually old, and time honoured traditions.

Most true. I have only read a few threads that started off just a little out of line. But the offensive posters were quickly made aware of their error and things handled in a very gentlemanly fashion. I consider straight razor shaving a "gentlemanly art", and it seems those who pursue such arts are always aspiring to live up to that title--Gentleman. (Not to exclude the ladies, no offense intended). I have received nothing but gracious help from the members here. SRP is quickly becoming my home away from work. (I feel I spend more time there than at home). I love this place. Thanks to all.

-JLW

Welcome.You're doing the right thing,taking your time and reading a lot of stuff.Check out the wiki section for tutorials and step-by-step instructions on many topics.Sounds like you've got the bug alright,you might want to set aside a little razor-stuff budget when you get employed again,because it can get out of hand easy.It's a great ride,though!

There are indeed some truly generous & wonderful people here. I'm periodically reminded when i receive some unexpected encouragement, or even on a few occasions an offer to share some soaps, scale material, or even the odd blade that requires more work than the owner wants to do. It spurs me on to try to reciprocate when i see that i can help a member.
I have a razor that you can have if you'd like? It really is nothing special, but i can make it shave ready & it may help you get started.

Nice Offer Ben !!!!! Good on you sir..

And that my friends is what SRP is really all about....

The generosity I've taken part of on account of the members here is more then I'd ever expect from a friend let alone strangers.

I'd love to say something poetic and heart warming as a tribute to these 'fellas but sometimes words just can't describe the point you'd wish to express.



Thanks SRP, I'm off to have another shave courtesy of your time, patience and knowledge.

yeah, it's a pretty nice forum :)

it has been my experience that here are some of the greatest group of people you will encounter anywhere. all are willing to help and assist in anyway. do not be afraid to ask lots of questions. most of all enjoy the experience with straight shaving.

This is a good place to get your dose of "wholesome". It's like that family restaurant you go to yet still feel like you're home...except no food.:D

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This is a good place to get your dose of "wholesome". It's like that family restaurant you go to yet still feel like you're home...except no food.:D

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It is like that!! I live in a very fast paced city, but I was born in a small town, and even after all this time here, I still feel more like a small town guy. Coming here is a nice respite.

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Originally Posted by ben.mid

There are indeed some truly generous & wonderful people here. I'm periodically reminded when i receive some unexpected encouragement, or even on a few occasions an offer to share some soaps, scale material, or even the odd blade that requires more work than the owner wants to do. It spurs me on to try to reciprocate when i see that i can help a member.
I have a razor that you can have if you'd like? It really is nothing special, but i can make it shave ready & it may help you get started.

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Ben, I got your PM before seeing this thread. Thank you so much for this generous offer and regardless of the make or model, to me, the razor you've offered will always be "something special".
Thanks again.

This site seems full of members who live and breathe the "pay it forward" message.
Thanks to all.