Thread: Questions: Spike Point/Rounded + Soaps

I'll give you a newbie's perspective FWIW...I would have loved to have started out with a new Dovo, from what I've read, good razors for a reasonable price, and you can purchase these "shave ready" from several sites pre-honed/stropped so take advantage of that perk. Classifieds on this site is always an option also.
Spike or Round? Well I am currently using both types (favoring the spike myself) either type demands respect, both will be very sharp and I've had minor mishaps with both types so here I feel it's a matter what you (or what you think he) would prefer.
Rooney brushes, I don't have one so can't comment.
Shave soap scent...maybe something in a similar vein as cologne's he wears ie. woodsey, muskey, light floral, pretty much anything can be had. Soaps lather just fine if you get a quality soap. I've been using an inexpensive soap and am doing fine with it so far, with a good quality soap, all the better.
Chances of quiting, well, I've been at it for only 3 weeks , a rough start, a few nicks but excellent shaves already and it actually becomes a bit of an enjoyable hobby if you will. Would I quit at this point...no way, it too darn much fun!
Sounds like you've done a bit of homework...good start, and there's a tremendous amount of good advice and help right here.
I know it's not much help but as I said, I'm new at it.
Willie

Originally Posted by Willie

... a rough start, a few nicks but excellent shaves already and it actually becomes a bit of an enjoyable hobby if you will. ...

I second that. It has only been a few months since I have started but I do look forward to shaving instead of it being a chore anymore.