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Hello,
I just bought a straight out of spite for a cheap $10 Walmart magnum 5 blade DC razor because one of the blades came loose while shaving and needless to say was a fun day. :P Is the razor I bought Too Pro for a beginner such as my self? Here is the link,
Pre-Sharpened Dovo Silver Steel Straight Razor & Leather Case, Ebony Scales, 5/8"
I got a strop and hone stone as well, synthetic brush for $9.00 and soap.
Sweet! First off, welcome! Second, love your choice. I keep looking at that one, but can't spend the money right now. i think it's great. You could have picked up one from the classifieds for less, but you won't regret the choice IMO.
Welcome, from another newbie!
Be sure to check out the Wiki http://straightrazorpalace.com/srpwi...zor_Place_Wiki and Lynn's http://straightrazorpalace.com/newbi...ead-first.html this will help.
I am sure the razor you bought will be great. Take your time as there is a lot to learn.
Enjoy :tu
I'm sure you'll be happy with the razor. my first (and still only) razor is almost exactly the same but mine has the spike point.
I do not think there is such thin as too pro razor. You will find out, however, that here is suchthing as "too many razors I want to buy next"
^That. I have 2 NOS Wapis on the way, and I'm thinking a Bismark may be in my future, but I also want to try and get a nice vintage Puma.Quote:
Originally Posted by mainaman
I'm new to this too, but yes, that is definitely out of your league. You should just mail it to me...:) Awesome buy; you will love it! I'm using an old Artist right now, and may never change if it keeps working, but Dovo is what I'll buy if I ever get a brand new one.
Welcome to SRP. :) Looks like you purchased yourself a nice first razor. If you haven't taken a look at the Beginner's Guide before your first shave, here's the link for it.
Straight Razor Place Wiki:Books/Beginners Guide - Straight Razor Place Wiki
Best of luck with your first shave. Let us know how it goes. :)
My first str8, which I bought over 2.5 yrs ago was a dovo. The model I bought has gone up significantly in price so no, you didn't over do it.
Rich
“If man could be crossed with a cat it would improve man, but it would deteriorate the cat.” – Mark Twain
I have the same razor in my rotation and it works well for me, I am new to str8s also, this was the razor I used for my 2nd shave you will enjoy it, I haven't used it in a while because I keep getting more and want to try the new ones, but it is an excellent shaver!
Thank you for the quick replies. Think I am going to enjoy learning this with such quick and helpful people to talk to. I get it in the mail tomorow and I can't wait. Tho will be a bit before I try it. Face still hasn't healed yet.
James1983
I have 4 Dovos and I love them all. You have done good! Welcome to SRP, and as you can tell we love to help!
I'm a newbie, too. I also got a DOVO, but a much cheaper model. I think all the DOVO's are good, and I think you got one of the better ones. I don't think you can overbuy as long as it fits your budget and you still have some money left for food and rent. :)
It's also good that the razor was professionally sharpened before you got it.
Again, with regard to overbuying. Often the scales will determine the price of the razor, so you can still get a good razor for less if you just get cheaper scales, but the better razors tend to have better scales and are just prettier. Nothing wrong with that.
Enjoy it!
Welcome to SRP! Your choice is a good first razor, 5/8's round point. Straight shaving has a steep learning curve so be patient and read the wiki. Unless you purchased the razor honed you will get it sharp but not shave ready. If not honed you need to send it to Lynn or one of the other honemisters listed in the classified section to make it shave ready.
Be patient with your learning and you will be rewarded with the best shaves possible!
Good luck!
[QUOTE][/ Unless you purchased the razor honed you will get it sharp but not shave ready.QUOTE]
+1 to this JoeD.I think their honemeister is a member here.I hope you got the honing service with the set.