Thread: New User Questions

Yea back in the day a seven day set was often times a customized thing and most wealthy people had them kind of like wearing a Rolex Watch these days. Later on they made more pedestrian seven day sets which weren't so expensive.

Yes, 5/8th's is normally recommended for new users. Dovo is a fine first razor. Be sure the check the classifieds. As mentioned, Round point would be the way to go.
7 day sets were a "prestige thing" back in the day. Having multiple razors cuts down on your frequency of honing...