I am a newbie, and would like to start straight razor shaving. I have viewed Lyn's dvd.
For my first razor, should I buy brand new? Brands? Size?
Or should I buy a used razor ?
As far as stones, would natural wet stones 4000 & 8000 grit be better than a Norton stone?
What is good 12000 grit stone? Did a search....didn't find many?
What brand of a paddle strop would be suggested?

Thank you for your time and energy!