Thread: Hello world!

Hello, people, I am 22 years old. Somehow I am very dissatisfied with most of the innovations of our age and the fast pace life is forcing on everybody. We don't have time to sit down and eat like normal people, we don't have time to meet and debate with friends, we don't have time to sit and listen to our favourite music album or to read a book. We always gotta do it real quick and if possible do several things at a time. Right, but somehow this doesn't suit me nor does my gillete suit my likings.

So there we go I decided I need something better, I have a very raw beard, it's very thick and grows up real fast as well. But somewhat I always enjoyed and enjoy shaving and thought this might add up to the pleasure of the proccess.

I just want to ask without taking anymore of your time as to if this straight razor a friend gave me(it was his gramp's) could do the work if I give it to somebody to sharpen and hone it?

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Thanks, guys, loving all the work you put into writing the tutorials and everything for the newbies.

**EDIT** Shiesh, thought I was in the member introduction section. If it's alright please move the thread, thanks.

Welcome to SRP Cobrix

It will work
You may consider reshaping the nose sinse its already broken

Welcome to SRP Cobrix !!

Originally Posted by Cobrix

I just want to ask without taking anymore of your time.

Just about everyone here like to slow things down & take their time, so don't feel rushed about asking questions or feel bad about taking our time so we can answer your questions. The guys here chose to take their time to read threads & chose to take their time to answer questions. Don't worry about that.

To answer your questions, check out the classified section, there are a few members who offer their restoration/honing services. They are all very good, so you don't need to worry about the quality of the work that will be done on your razor.

Good luck, and let us know how the shaving goes.

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Welcome aboard. Glad to have you with us!

Welcome. Clean that razor up before getting it honed.

I was just thinking though, how could I desinfect a razor that's been used before me? What exactly do I put it to soak into?

Thanks for the replies guys, appreciating the warm welcome!

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Hi, Cobrix. Those sound like fine reasons to start straight-razor shaving. Don't forget the disposable nature of Gillette's products vs. the longevity of a straight razor. Enjoy the ride.

Good morning and welcome aboard.

I think you will find most of the gentlemen and ladies here are of the same feather with respect to slowing it down and trading skill and quality for speed and convenience.

I would recommend getting your razor professionally overhauled by one of the highly skilled people here on SRP. Glen (gssixgun) just restored a Henkels for me and you can see the before and after pics in this thread.
http://straightrazorpalace.com/custo...d-henkels.html

Having said that, if you are so inclined, I would look at the classifieds for a shave ready razor. If you let us know your budget for getting started, we can help you make an intelligent and optimal decision for equipment purchases. Try this for a shopping list:
http://straightrazorpalace.com/begin...beginners.html

Please remember that a strop is a necessary piece of equipment. You can go to a Walgreens and get a VDH brush, bowl and soap for around $10.00.

Take care.
David