Thread: Shave techniques and damage to look for?

Hello,
I am new to straight razor shaving. I just got my first straight razor as a gift. It's a vintage razor, approx. 110 years old. It's 7/8" and looks like a wedge cut? (it does not have much concave to it). Anyway, the stamp on it says "medaille Raffin-fauron" Just wondering if anyone might have any advice on technique with this type of razor before I try my first shave? Also, if you can tell by the pictures, does this razor look like one a beginner could start off with? And I also read to look out for razors with damage...does this look like there is any damage I would need to look out for? Any info helps! Thanks Fellas!