Thread: Some rambling thoughts...

Originally Posted by gssixgun

So yes I tell them without a doubt that Synthetics work better, and that if they want to start, and save money (your qualifier not mine), to buy a Norton starter kit for $120 and build from there, because in my experience, to this date, that is the most "Consistent" method of attaining a shave ready razor from a dull start, and therefore the most likely for a Newb to succeed... and start having fun....

Originally Posted by Lynn

You don't need a full set of Shaptons or Naniwa's, but I do recommend 1K, 4K or 5K, 8K and 12K or 16K. Pasting will depend on how well you develop your skills and what you want a blade to feel like when shaving. I also recommend Norton 1K, 4K and 8K. As I've said a ton of times, all I used for a couple of years was the Norton 4K and 8K and it worked well until I succumbed to the search for the Holy Edge.

Originally Posted by richmondesi

Again, I've not said I'm right, and someone else is wrong. All I'm saying is we can still enjoy this on the cheap, and while not disputing the consistency claims of synthetics (or specific ones), I'm just not sure $300 to $1000 worth of equipment makes the most sense for the majority of guys.

Ok now we all agree, except Paul spent way to much on his hones

There I have now proved that Glen can hone, and use the Multi-quote buttons Muhahahaha

Originally Posted by gssixgun

Ok now we all agree, except Paul spent way to much on his hones

There I have now proved that Glen can hone, and use the Multi-quote buttons Muhahahaha

Ok... back to the ole' computer where I can read everything much easier than I can on my BlackBerry... In case anyone cares, I scored a vintage Williams Shave stick and a Shumate for $15 in good shape!

Yeah, in case it seems like I was disagreeing with Lynn and Glen , it's because we agreed in a most unusual way

I thought they were disagreeing with me when they weren't and I was trying to explain myself better lol... Yes, consistent stones are preferrable when making recommendations, and I was merely saying that the Nortons or similar are a really good, cost effective alternative to really expensive gear. I'm not prepared to say either is better or worse, but different and capable... That's the point I was making about that.

The point about not getting into this and spending a fortune fits into my posts as well. I was fortunate enough to be able to spend way too much money on my gear and gain a wealth of experience with different gear, but wouldn't recommend it to others

I still need my eyes to refocus from that little screen

Originally Posted by richmondesi

The point about not getting into this and spending a fortune fits into my posts as well. I was fortunate enough to be able to spend way too much money on my gear and gain a wealth of experience with different gear, but wouldn't recommend it to others

Now you tell me !!

I had some thoughts, but I think I'll just shut up and hone.