So I have been going to my barber for almost a year. He is a master barber and even taught at the barber school here in town. There is some new Texas code that has not allowed any types of shave at the shop till they become certified at a cost of over $500.

I take this opportunity to fish around about old hones and strops. This is how my story goes....

Me: Tell me Mr. Barber, How long have they made you use disposables..

Barber: About eight years now...

Me: What did you use to sharpen the blades with?

Barber: We used a leather strap...

Me: And what if the razor dulled to much. What type of sharpening stone did you use?

Barber: NOOO... you cant use a sharpening stone on razors. The edge is too thin and it would cause the edge to scratch you when you use it. All you ever need is a leather strap..

Me: (internal dialogue) At least he can cut hair..