Originally Posted by
stevieb
Hey guys, I've been trying to choose between a Dovo Best Quality 5/8" and Boker King Cutter 5/8" and have decided to go for the Boker. Shipping from SRD to UK is $37 so $148 (or if I go for STR8 and strop set, shipping is higher so $193).
1) Anyone know anywhere in the UK that would work out cheaper? Trying to keep the cost down a bit until I'm hooked and getting better at it. From what everyone says here on SRP, that won't take long haha
2) When buying from SRD, has anyone had issues with UK customs? i.e. VAT
Already got the TOBS Jermyn Street Collection soap and a badger brush. Just need a strop and STR8. I see TOBS sell STR8 but don't know what make these are.
Also, if maybe only shaving 3 every other day, how often would it need to be honed? I would probably get someone more experienced to do that until I get to grips with stropping, technique, etc. i.e. send to an SRP member possibly.