Thread: Uncharted Territory

I have always hated shaving, but have always been interested in the straight razor. I have only used a mach 3 and an electric. So today i took a step towards learning how to make shaving something that I don't dread doing. I decided to buy a straight razor. Here's what I bought.

MOST IMPOTANT
Lynn's dvd on shaving

DOVO Extra Hollow Ground "Singing" Razor, 5/8
honed by Lynn

Dovo extra wide two sided leather/linen strop

Soap, Mug, And Brush

I am really looking forward to learning the art! And to making my girlfriend happy with a nice smooth face apposed to the bearded mess i have now!
Been reading a lot on here and this is definitely the place to be.

I look forward to hearing of your experience man.
I'm looking for a razor that isn't too expensive to start out with.
I've been reading on here awhile and look forward to starting myself.

Telerian3

yeah picking a razor was really hard. I keep hearing great things about DOVO, My razor was 190.00 but i got it for 102.00 off of ebay almost brand new! I will keep you updated. Straight Razor all the way!

Nice kit...straight shaving will make, what used to be a chore, into something fun.
Congrats.

Mac

Way To Go
Best wishes with your shaving mate
and be careful...lol

Welcome, mate

Did you buy it in ebay from Lynn&Don? Or were you planning to send it for honing later?

Sounds you have done your homework and I hope your first shave goes well.

Welcome to SRP! You'll be happy you did the proper research before starting, it should save you a lot of frustration. Keep us posted and feel free to ask any questions, you will find the members here to be extremely helpful.

Originally Posted by Telerian3

I'm looking for a razor that isn't too expensive to start out with.

Telerian3

Be sure to check the classifieds here and you should be able to find a "shave ready" razor that fits your budget. Good luck.

looks like you are ready to go. be sure to take time to learn things slowly and it will progress in time and you will enjoy each and every shave. read the wiki here on correct shaving procedures. remember to prep before each shave. i usually shower prior to shaving. stretching the skin is utmost in getting a clean nick free shave. good luck and do not be afraid to ask lots of questions. everyone will be more than glad to help you get up to speed.

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Be sure to check the classifieds here and you should be able to find a "shave ready" razor that fits your budget. Good luck.
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I appreciate it. There seems to be a lot of helpful. People here if only all boards were so welcome. I might join more.

I found acouple I could afford but nothing like one I found already sold when I looked through the first time. Any place on there for older transactions? Sometime before I joined? Thanks in advance (n,n)b

Originally Posted by zack200513

I Will let everyone know how it goes. Thanks to everyone for all the advice

How goes the shave? The lather? Having fun?

Originally Posted by Telerian3

I appreciate it. There seems to be a lot of helpful. People here if only all boards were so welcome. I might join more.

I found acouple I could afford but nothing like one I found already sold when I looked through the first time. Any place on there for older transactions? Sometime before I joined? Thanks in advance (n,n)b

All sold items in the classifieds are removed after a week you can find old items from the B/S/T (buy sell trade now called classifieds) in the archive section of the forum

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