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  1. 11-15-2014, 01:54 PM #1
    KarloT
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    Hi!

    I've been using a DE since early 2012 and want to add a straight to the mix. I got a Thäter from SRD before and that visit got me curious about straight edges.

    Glad to be here.

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    Hello and welcome. If you haven't read all you can in the library I would suggest that as a start. The main point of all starts with a straight razor are " Shave ready" . Should be as sharp as those blades your buying now only it should feel better and the trade off is maintenance vs cost . I haven't used my DEs much but I can say I like the straights more.
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    Welcome to SRP!
    Read all you can and then decide if you wish to use a straight razor. Read, especially, Brands to avoid!
    Brands of Straight Razors to Avoid - Straight Razor Place Library
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    Welcome to SRD! SRD sells pre-honed blades and has a great reputation. You may also look in the classified here Main Index - Straight Razor Place Classifieds for members selling some of their collections. Can usually snag a good deal.

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    Welcome to SRP. Yes to all the above.


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    Hi and welcome. Have a good read through and you will get a good idea of what is involved in using a straight. Any questions feel free to ask.
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