Thread: new guy alert!

hey everybody, I'm new to the fourums here...

I used to shave with a blade about 8 years ago or so (in highschool), but have sence given it up. A buddy of mine just got interested in it, and told me about these forums and that it was possible to get some info from you guys.

I'm just wondering about the best places to get supplies, I have only my cup and brush, the other stuff has dissapeared in moves and whatnot.

Any info you guys could pass my way would be awesome!

-j short

Welcome Justin.

Classicshaving.com has some good stuff. also, check the buy/sell/trade link in the forums and check out what some members have for sale.

Happy Shaving

Originally Posted by jshort

hey everybody, I'm new to the fourums here...

I used to shave with a blade about 8 years ago or so (in highschool), but have sence given it up. A buddy of mine just got interested in it, and told me about these forums and that it was possible to get some info from you guys.

I'm just wondering about the best places to get supplies, I have only my cup and brush, the other stuff has dissapeared in moves and whatnot.

Any info you guys could pass my way would be awesome!

-j short

Member Hal Wilson made this list some time back ..... I think it's still good:

Barber Hones: Tilly www.redtrader99.com
Belgian Stones: Howard www.theperfectedge.com
Shaving accessories: Ray www.classicshaving.com
New straight razors: Ray www.classicshaving.com
NOS straight razors: John Crowley www.straight-razors-and-stuff.com
Vintage straight razors: John West: www.users.mis.net/rebel23/wwwpages/
Strop pastes and leather: www.handamerican.com

Also, don't forget about the Buy/Sell/Trade forum tab ....... you can buy razors and strops and stuff there' too .... in the Gallery on the main page, check out "Gear for Sale"

David and Hal forgot http://www.billysblades.com/Straighr%20Razors.htm
It's great to see people keep coming. You reaffirm my sanity.
I hope you will enjoy the forum and shaving as much as I do.

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The one place you may want to avoid is Ebay for your first razor. There is ample opportunity there to get exactly what you don't need. Old and rusted or one of the new cheap Pakistani made razors that will not take an edge.

If you are considering a specific razor and want our opinion just post a message here. We will be glad to help!

Welcome to the group,

Welkom, wilkommen, bienvenue,welcome.

Straightrazorplace, for all you shaving and translations ... and matters of the heart.

Hoekie

David and Hal Don't forget about QEDUSA. Excellent sellection of shaving soaps, creams, aftershaves, etc.

Welcome aboard!
I would also endorse Bill Ellis at http://www.billysblades.com/Straighr%20Razors.htm

and for all your stroping needs, Tony Miller can't be beat in my opinion. He has starter kits available too. You can see those in the user gallery.

The folks here are all great and willing to help. I've certainly learned a lot.

thanks for all the help guys!