Ok. Having read some of the wiki it appears I need a few specific things. I need a shave ready razor from someone reputable, a strop, and a proper shaving soap with something to make lather in. It appears I also need soem sort of oil to prevent rust.
Here are my questions.
1) Do I need a strop that hangs or one with the handle under tension? Does it need to be pasted or have canvas?
2) What are the best brands of soap in terms of creating lather?
3) IF I get a 5/8 razor does it need to be round or square point? The square point seem to be a little cheaper in the classifieds and I am on a budget.
4) Do I need to buy some sort of hone or can that wait? It appears honing costs about $30 roundtrip and I can get a good razor form the classifieds here for a only $10 more.
5) Will WD-40 prevent razor rust or should I use something else?