Hello everyone!
A few years ago I decided to switch to shaving with a DE looking for a better and more cost effective shave than what cartridge razors could provide. I have enjoyed shaving with a DE ever since and have bought a couple vintage Gillettes. I also have a couple new Merkur razors and am pleased with them as well. I have always been interested in shaving with a straight razor but haven't taken the plunge, until now. I am almost out of razor blades and decided to seriously look into straight razors and decided to order my first one. I also ordered a beginners strop and Chinese 12k hone after doing some research on this forum. I have a few hobbies and really enjoyed collecting some safety razors and can see that the straight razor hobby fits in nicely with my interests. I won't really get to play with my new stuff until after Christmas though, as it is a present from my wife!
I just wanted to introduce myself and say hello to everyone on this forum. I look forward to talking to all of you as I begin dabbling with straight razors and all that comes along with them.