Thread: Greetings! Time to Save Some Money...

Figured I would break out the manners and introduce myself. I just purchased my first straight razor, a Boker King Cutter 5/8 (new, not vintage...unfortunately), for about $110. I have also mentally prepared myself for a high quality accidental slashing.

I haven't received the razor yet, and am on the hunt for supplies and DIY strop materials (leather craft skills = more money saved).

Why straight razor shaving? Economics. My electric razor just broke on me, and it allowed me to shave through 7 years for exactly $0.00. Straight razor shaving is my replacement, trading the totally free electric system for an extremely cheap and battery free blade.

Well… that, being classy as hell, and an obsession with ridiculously sharp edges. I am fascinated by the very existence of the straight razor and its unworldly sharpness. I just can't wait to put something so awesome against my face...