Thread: New vs Used?

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Used. Alway go with a trained one.

Originally Posted by Gotdzel

To the OP, get set up on a VPN so you can access all of the blocked sites. That is what I do from Dubai since they block a ton of stuff. I'm using one called Private Internet Access.

Are you at a large FOB or are you in a tent? If you are in a tent I would pass on the straight for now. Get a DE. If you have the space and time to learn the straight then go for it.

I have a proxy on my laptop to access blocked sites, but I stopped paying $95 a month for a connection that goes down daily and is slower than dial up.
Thanks for all of the suggestions. Time and space was an initial concern, but it doesn't look like that will be an issue. After a few weeks with the shavette, I've learned how the hair grows and can get a good shave without any cuts or nicks. After 15 years of shaving almost daily, I'm starting to enjoy the shaving process.

Ummm... So, have you been able to browse the cool sites that you have been wanting too see? I am under the impression that you should be able to hit anything using proxy.

Pay for proxies?!?!? There are several decent freebies out there. I2P, Tor, Stealthy for Firefox and Chrome, and Orbot for Android devices (does not require a rooted phone) all of which will get you past your basic barracuda web filter.

Anyway best of luck getting back from Afghanistan in one piece.

Originally Posted by Gotdzel

Ummm... So, have you been able to browse the cool sites that you have been wanting too see? I am under the impression that you should be able to hit anything using proxy.

The proxy works in my room, but I refuse to give sniperhill any more money until they provide decent service. I'm not even going to try and chance it at work. If they detect someone is using a proxy, you lose your access.

I have over 30 razors. I have spent between 350 and 15 dollars on them. In my arsenal of new ones I have Hart, Whacker on Dorko blanks, Dovo BQ, Dovo Bismark, Rolf Auste, Boker, and a couple more. They are all nice shavers. My very best shaver is a vintage Palmer Hotel of Chicago razor I got for around 25 on ebay. It was the kind of razor they give you at hotels if you lose yours from what I understand. So it would be equivalent to todays disposable as far as price goes lol. I love vintage, you just have to know what to look for.

If you get stuck and can't find one I can send you one out of my collection free of charge- all you have to do is pay for postage. It wouldn't be the best I have but it would be a starter for you! I am confident however that you will find one to your liking. If not PM me and thanks for your service!

Originally Posted by Str8Shooter

Life in the "stan" is truly the suck!!
Welcome and HooAhh!!!

My advice for now is to stick to the shavette until you get home for care and honing reasons. Maybe get a DE for ease and simplicity in country.
When you come back home and have the space and ability to store safely to prevent rust, hone and learn to hone the razors, hang strops etc.

Capt Paul

The pragmatist in me says this is the best advice. I don't know you're situation but I'm just seeing sand & dust embedding into a nice leather strop turning a razor into a hacksaw.

Originally Posted by onimaru55

The pragmatist in me says this is the best advice. I don't know you're situation but I'm just seeing sand & dust embedding into a nice leather strop turning a razor into a hacksaw.

Having been in Iraq and Afghanistan previously, I've turned a little OCD in my 36 sq ft living area. I think I'm going to going to give one a shot, if any issues come up, I'll revert back to the shavette for the next 10 months.