Thread: Getting ready to switch over to a SR!

I am getting ready to switch over to a Straight Razor. I have been reading everything I can find on Razors, Shaving soap, Brushes. I am nervous about making the purchase. I was wondering if some one could tell me if this would be a good starter set for me or is this one of the lesser quality Razors I have been reading about. Please see link below. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Vintage Straight Razor | $100 Off Buffalo Horn Damascus Straight Razor and Luxury Shave Set | VintageStraightRazor.com

I completely agree with moehal, do some research and choose a reputable brand. You will never EVER find a real pattern welded "Damascus" blade for $90. The material and labour involved in making one is quite expensive, often hundreds of dollars. If you buy that razor you'll end up with a fancy looking paper weight.

If you take a look at our classifieds and our approved vendors I'm sure you'll find a kit that's affordable for you. It will also bring a little peace of mind that you are getting good gear.

Okay. so I told my story but the post poofed after I hit the reply button. So here it is again short.

DON"T DO IT !! I DID !! YOU WILL LIKE SHAVING WITH A STRAIGHT ! If you don't and have something you can resell then you are not out that much. Think you may have a problem selling an old razor around here ??

I agree. I bought from that sight you linked and I would advise to go a different direction. I have purchased from all vendors moehal mentioned and have yet to be disappointed. They have been some of the best buying experiences I have ever had online.

Don't go to that site. You may have just confused it for this site, which is legitimate Vintage Blades LLC*::*Straight Razor Sets*::*Basic Straight Razor Sets

The site you posted the link to is a sure fire way to get yourself severely disappointed from what I've been told.


Mick

Thanks MickR. I was just on nay site when you replyed.

You're welcome. I would hate to see someone disappointed for no decent reason. You need to be given a fighting chance to make a proper go of it. If you get that, and you decide it isn't for you, then that's a fair call, but if you don't get given a fighting chance due to a poor first purchase, then that just isn't right at all. The best chance beginners can get is by buying from places that have a tried and true good record.
People here will not lead you astray intentionally. Everyone here wants the new blokes to succeed and enjoy this shared passion of ours.


Mick

I bought one from that site before seeing the light properly.

The best thing I did was smack it into the tap and write it off!

Originally Posted by mud13s

I bought one from that site before seeing the light properly.

The best thing I did was smack it into the tap and write it off!

Seppo: The what?

Aussie: The Tap! You know the thing over the sink?!

Seppo: Faucet?

Aussie: Force it? No mate, it just bloody happened. Woz an accident, but a bloody lucky strike if you ask me, 'cause she was a piece 'o' pig iron in the shape 'o' a razor.




Mick

there you have it, advice from former customers. i dont think it gets better than that. since you are looking at a whole set up, take a look at the wet-shaving kits at straight razor designs. the basic dovo best quality set up is not much expensive than the one you posted, but it will give you a lifetime razor that comes shave ready with one free future honing, a quality strop, SRD glycerin based soap, a brush and the rest of the equipment is nice too. and if you wish you can modify it while purchasing it, the good and worthy options are endless out there
take care and happy shaving!
hal.