Thread: Help choosing first razor from family heirlooms.

I'm just a noob as well, but think your collection is incredible!!! I just sent my Grandfather's straight razor off today for restoration. I can't wait to get it into my rotation. I wish you well on your journey into straight razor shaving.

Originally Posted by ShavingSrgn

I'm just a noob as well, but think your collection is incredible!!! I just sent my Grandfather's straight razor off today for restoration. I can't wait to get it into my rotation. I wish you well on your journey into straight razor shaving.

Thanks!! After a couple of years of using DE's and SE's I'm ready to give it a try. Could you PM me where you sent your Grandfather's razor off to be restored?

Well, I picked up all the possible razors and the Case seemed the most comfortable (balanced) to hold. The bakelite scales are in very good condition and the lighting makes it look like there's a dull spot but there's not, it's just missing that piece of pearl on the tang. Any ideas of how much that might cost to fix?

I would get the good blades all honed up by the pros here at srp. Then after you learn how to use them,I would get the ones you like restored if you want. They won't shave any better after a restore !!!! Just better eye candy, nice razors!!!

Welcome to the brotherhood of straight razor users.

Your a lucky man, to have been entrusted with those razors, especially because of the family history. There's not many material things in life that can be passed on from generation to generation, so when the time comes for you to pass them on I hope you entrust them so someone who appreciates them as well.

As for your choice of which to restore and learn to shave with first, I think you have made a wise one. That razor will take and hold an edge with the best of them. As for price, that's between you and the individual doing the restoration. Do a little research on the vendors.

I hope you enjoy the str8 razor experience. It's really not just about the shave, but the tradition of shaving properly and getting a close comfortable shave. Believe me after a short while you will notice a difference in how great your face will feel and how close the shave. In my humble opinion there is nothing that even comes close to a str8.

This is an adventure you can keep as simple or as extravagant as you choose, just have fun and enjoy the tradition.

Thanks everyone. Just mailed the Case off to Larry at Whipped Dog. Should be returning with a Poor Man's strop soon!