Hi,
I just wanted to introduce myself. I got interested in straight shaving a while ago. I did a bunch of reading and finally ordered a set from SRD. The brush didn't ship with the kit, so I got a cheapie at Wal-Mart. I went ahead and jumped in head first. My first shave was ok, but not great. I did cut myself, stupid point! Anyway I thought I would share my thoughts. First off my badger brush came two days after the rest of my set and I have to say, wow what a difference! Second, straight shaving is great; I doubt I will ever use anything else. Third, I might be odd, but after 10 shaves I have to say that I think stropping and making lather is more of a learning curve than shaving. I am now getting great shaves, but I will soon be in need of a new strop. I think my first few shaves would have been much better if I had used soap before. Now that I figured it out things are much better. Lastly, Lynn sure can hone a razor! My god that thing is sharp. Anyway, thanks for reading.