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    Hey all!

    First I'd like to introduce myself as I'm new to this forum. I'm in Philadelphia, PA. (Not "philly" "Philadelphia) and I've just started straight shaving recently. I came across a razor for sale on craigslist in the area and wanted to get some feedback on it.

    DOVO Straight Razors

    It is the model shown above.

    Any feedback would be much appreciated.

    Thanks!

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    Welcome to SRP. If it is in good shape it is a good razor. If you haven't checked out the SRP Wiki here is a link. Lotsa info. In the forum archive razor clubs here has a lot of good razor porn in there.
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    It is a quality piece. One I have been considering myself.

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    what about the fact that it is a "spike point"? that sounds scary.. lol I am currently shaving with a Thiers-Issard Tora (or Toro) from "The art of shaving" (there is a store here in philly)

    Thanks!

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    If you are already shaving well it is no big deal. The point, as you see in the photo, is squared off. You have to know where it is at all times. The only place I tend to get caught with such a point is in front of my ear. You'll develop a feel for it if you buy it. You can also dull the very point on a hone as some barbers I knew years ago would do.
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    thats a nice blade! if it is in good condition i would def pick that one up i dont see the spike point being any more dangerous than a round point something that sharp on your face can carve you like a turkey on thanksgiving, just take your time with it and remember to breathe

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    The Art of Shaving

    That is what I'm shaving with right now. I'm doing all right with it. Still a nick or cut with each shave, but I'm getting better at getting a smoother shave. What will be the noticeable differences between the former and the latter?

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    +1 on all said. Welcome you to SRP. Assuming you don't hone your own, if the razor doesn't come shave ready from the Craigslist seller, you should have it professionally honed. You can find someone in Member Services.

    Member Services - Straight Razor Place Classifieds

    Good luck with the acquisition.

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