First off I'd like to say thanks to everyone who helped out in the marketplace section in regards to helping me choose a new razor/strop. I ended up having to pass on Alex's Bengal sadly as I was having some problems with the company I am working with. We have found some new investors and everything seems to be back on track alot faster than I had thought

So finally it looks like I can afford a razor! A new Hamburg Ring fell into my lap at a good price here in Vancouver, Canada much to my suprise. What are peoples thoughts/opinion on this razor?? The question now is how do I get it honed, I'm not sure of anything in BC, so maybe sending it to one of the hone masters on this forum would be the wisest idea?

As for future purchases, I am thinking the top notch strop from well shaved gentleman would be the smartest bet with the practice strop for beginners. I am also thinking the 2 sided paddle strop would be a smart purchase to keep the time between honings down. Maybe a new Vulfix 2236 but thats another story.

Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated,

Mark