I have ordered my first straight razor, a Dovo Best quality Black 5/8" professionally sharpened from SRD as well as Mr. Abrams DVD.

I have used a Dovo Shavette in the past and found it "scary" sharp and have had the minor bloody results to show for it. In any case a straight razor friend of mine told me that a real straight razor gives a much smoother shave. I am looking forward to it.

I have a lot of experience wet shaving with a DE razor and a little with a Shavette and am looking forwards to shaving like my Grandfather did.

The question I have is what type of second razor to purchase after I have some experience with my new Dovo. Is carbon steel better or should I buy a stainless steel razor. I am looking forward to some feed back and advice from the seasoned pro's out there. Best regards and thanks in advance.