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08-11-2014, 01:55 AM #1Junior Member
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Hello from Mass!
I have wanted to try a straight razor for 30 years,but everyone I talked to said they were dangerous.Well after finding sites like this and many video's I thought I would give it a try.I have 8 razors comming in this week and everything to go with it! Wish me luck..Dave
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08-11-2014, 02:12 AM #2Incidere in dimidium
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Eight!?! Well, nothing like diving in at the deep end!
Originally Posted by helmut0
Just remember to take it slow, pay attention to the sharp end, and most importantly enjoy it. Technique and speed will come with time. And if/when you have questions, ask away.
Are those razors shave-ready? If not, or if you're not sure, please do yourself a favour and have them honed by a pro before you try using them. Please trust me on that! I didn't do that and had a thoroughly miserable experience when starting out.
Oh, and welcome to SRP!
It was in original condition, faded red, well-worn, but nice.
This was and still is my favorite combination; beautiful, original, and worn.
-Neil Young
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08-11-2014, 02:34 AM #3Junior Member
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Well I have 3 shave ready, and 5 to rebuild...so far.I repair and rebuild guns,bows and watches so I have tools for fine repairs.I have ordered a new strop,badger brush and soap.Still watching the videos,and I hope to start in a few days.This will be fun!!
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08-11-2014, 02:40 AM #4Senior Member
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Welcome to SRP!
Straight razors are only really dangerous to your wallet.MJC and feltspanky like this.Some people never go crazy. What truly horrible lives they must lead - Charles Bukowski
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08-11-2014, 02:44 AM #5Senior Member
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Hello, Dave. Welcome to Straight Razor Place!
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08-11-2014, 02:50 AM #6Senior Member
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A lot of people say it takes about 100 shaves to begin getting good shaves, It took me about 50 shaves but I was taking careful notes of every shave and reading a lot of SRP.
The bad shaves are very bad. Expect some bad shaves. There is a whole lot to learn! Once you figure it out, expect the best shaves you have ever had in your life.
Take it slow and stick to it, it takes a while to pick up the skill, but it is definitely worth it. Beyond shave ready from a professional razor 'honemeister', figure out your beard pattern and don't go against the grain (ATG) for awhile.
Light pressure (no pressure) with the grain (WTG) and work every shave for comfortable. Close will come along by itself. Welcome to the sport!
Best,
Ed HuttonI routinely badger myself and the shaves are improving!
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08-11-2014, 02:55 AM #7Senior Member
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Welcome to the club !!!!
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08-11-2014, 02:57 AM #8Senior Member
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Welcome from Worcester!
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08-11-2014, 02:59 AM #9Junior Member
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Thank you Ed for the advise.I am really looking forward to getting started this week.This will be fun
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08-11-2014, 03:02 AM #10Junior Member
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Well Thank you nessmuck! I am looking to move out your way in the near future.I should be looking in Temple this week.Besides relearning how to shave....Dave
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