This is the reason I became and enjoy this site so much. I ask a question and I get reply's from experts. If it's a colletible or not, straights are not cheap. If it's the price in dollars that is inexpensive it's expensive to obtain the correct tools, and time to maintain and use those razors.

I'm addicted to shaving which has become a very enjoyable hobby. I like my shaving equipment to look and feel as best as I can get it. The question about the tape was two fold. One, to get the best edge possible and two, to keep my razors in the best possible condition.

I learned a lot from all of your reply's and I am enjoying the conversation.