A value of a forum like this is that you get lots of opinions. A problem with a forum like this is that you get lots of opinions. One of my opionions is that experience counts for something; especially in areas like techniques for shaving, honing, and stropping.

I'm curious...how much have you shaved with a straight? Less than 100? Between 100 and 1000? More than 1000? For those of you who can't remember...it's more than 1000

Maybe it's just me, but when someone's been shaving this way forever, I take different stock of their suggestions for getting a great shave than someone like me who's pretty new to it all. Everyone's input matters, some just carry a bit more weight.

When it comes to favorite aftershave, best looking razor, favorite soaps,... then all men are created equal.

- Dale