Thread: Clueless and need help!

Hi friend, I am fairly new to the straight shaving thing, so I thought I'd tell you what I have, and what I really like. I too was on a bit of a budget, but only to keep my wife happy. I did start with a DE, and I was happy I did. I have a Merkur Progress DE, that I still use on occasion. It's a great razor. As far as my straight, I started with a Dovo Best Quality 6/8 and a 3" Black Latigo Strop, both from Straight Razor Designs. The razor comes "shave ready" which is very important. I did tons of reading here on this site and learned tons. I am really happy with my purchases, and will have these items for a long time.
As far as a good brush goes, check out The Golden Nib site. I bought their Super Silver Tip Badger Knot in 24mm for about $33, and a resign handle for $22. I slapped it together with some 5 minute epoxy, and I have a great brush that I'd hold up against any $200 job. Plus you get to add a touch of your own handy work to his gift...he will be totally impressed! And besides, a 5 year old could put together that brush.
If you have any questions feel free to send me a message, you know, from one newb to another!
P.S. Yes, get the CD!

Originally Posted by RNMike

Hi friend, I am fairly new to the straight shaving thing, so I thought I'd tell you what I have, and what I really like. I too was on a bit of a budget, but only to keep my wife happy. I did start with a DE, and I was happy I did. I have a Merkur Progress DE, that I still use on occasion. It's a great razor. As far as my straight, I started with a Dovo Best Quality 6/8 and a 3" Black Latigo Strop, both from Straight Razor Designs. The razor comes "shave ready" which is very important. I did tons of reading here on this site and learned tons. I am really happy with my purchases, and will have these items for a long time.
As far as a good brush goes, check out The Golden Nib site. I bought their Super Silver Tip Badger Knot in 24mm for about $33, and a resign handle for $22. I slapped it together with some 5 minute epoxy, and I have a great brush that I'd hold up against any $200 job. Plus you get to add a touch of your own handy work to his gift...he will be totally impressed! And besides, a 5 year old could put together that brush.
If you have any questions feel free to send me a message, you know, from one newb to another!
P.S. Yes, get the CD!

Thank you very much for your advice