Thread: Where Do I Begin?

What a fascinating website. Big thanks to a friend of mine for introducing me to this place. I have seen a razor set he's ordered from here. This will be my first time learning to shave with an actual razor. I've used an electrical razor for so long, and I think it's time to put that device to rest. If you have any interesting facts that would be beneficial to know, please let me know!

Thanks!

Alex

Welcome Alex!! at the top of the "Beginners" part of the Forum there are Titles in Red... Take a look at those with this one probably being the most important to you now:

http://straightrazorpalace.com/begin...zor-place.html

There is so much information in pretty much any direction you want to go here so enjoy... When you get your Gear and are ready to try your hand at SR Shaving then definitely look here:

http://straightrazorpalace.com/begin...ead-first.html

Enjoy your time and have fun... Turning a normal routine into a Hobby is so rewarding it is freaky!

Shawn
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Hello Alex, welcome to the SRP forum.

Hi Alex,

Welcome to the site. I am new here as well. I have learned quite a bit from the library section. Lots of info there. Also have watched many you tube videos on how to shave and strop a razor. There are quite a few very helpful and sincere gentlemen on here to keep us newbs on the right track. The main idea I have learned so far is to be as patient as possible.
Here are a few tips I have picked up so far:
1. You can get a good feel for correct stropping with a butter knife and a 2" wide leather belt. Us new guys are notorious for tearing up our first strops and dulling our first razors because of inadequate technique.
2. Make sure your first Razor is professionally honed before you use it. I will be sending mine to Lynn Abrams. There are others here who offer that service as well.
3. The first time you use your razor don't do your entire face with it. Do a small area that is relatively easy. Complete the shave using whatever method you are currently using. Over time incorporate other areas of your face until eventually shaving the entire face with the SR.
I know it is odd for me to give advice here since I am new. However, I have been focused lately on how to begin this hobby and thought I would share my findings thus far. I am sure others in the know will correct or add to this as necessary.

Brian

Hi and welcome. Brian has given good advice. As he said check out the library for all the starter info and the other basics of Sr shaving. Any questions feel free to ask and good luck

Welcome. I wore a beard for 40 years after too many failed attempts at getting a smooth shave without irritation (DE, cart and electric). Picking up a straight for the first time at 61 I found it was not only a breeze learning how to use it but it was fun and (with proper prep) virtually irritation free.

Have at it, slowly.

Welcome to SRP! If you get a chance, please put your location in your profile. There is a good chance there will be someone nearby who would be willing to give you a hand. A little one on one mentoring goes a LONG way.

Welcome to the family. Give it time an the shaves will become amazing. As for that electric you wont be needing that anymore. Definitely check out the links an library stuff as said. Great info for the beginner there. Good luck an stick with it.

Hello, and welcome to SRP ! Check out the forums Library it is full of helpful information.

Welcome to SRP! I'd say peruse the main page for the hot topics. Be patient and you'll do fine.