Thread: Hello from Vallejo

I came here from pipesmokersforum.com after asking about straight shaving. I'll be starting with a round tip, but not entirely sure where to go from there. I want to start with a new razor just to be on the safe side. I'm currently using a DE blade, and love it, yet I want to know what a straight shave is like.

don't just discount a vintage blade , in the beginning keep your cost down and learn to shave and strop well, in the classified section here you can get a nice vintage that is truly shave ready for not a lot of money as long as you stick with the basic ones, then get a brush , soap and a good starter strop cause everyone nicks their first . then you wont have a lot in it till you know that its for you . but do as your budget will allow , as long as you buy from a reputable vendor that gets it shave ready for you to start good luck tc

Grew up in Concord...

Close to you from Vacaville although currently in Louisiana. I started with an EJ89 earlier this year and progressed to straights very soon after. Loving every minute of it. +1 on a used vintage one from the classified section on this site, to see if you really want to do straights before purchasing a more expensive razor. Read up on straight razor shaving in the Library for more information. The trick is slow and easy and give yourself enough time so you don't feel rushed to finish your shave. Good luck and smooth shaves.


Mike

Vintage or new is often a debate. Vintage can often be less money. The key is to make sure whatever blade you get is truly shave ready. The classifieds here are quite specific on this as are a lot of the vendors. However when looking at new blades be aware that a factory sharpened edge is not shave ready. Any of those will need to be pro honed. There are stores around that sell them as is, so unless the guys in the store are hand sharpening them they still need to be sent out.

Welcome. Just joined myself and have already really enjoyed reading and learning. I am researching which straight to start with as well. Let me know which one you go with. As I will do the same

Hello, and welcome to SRP. As to new or vintage razors, I have both, but I prefer the vintage for historical reasons, and personal preference. You will notice there is alot to do with your preference. And that will come in time!! Be patient and take your time, ask alot of questions, and enjoy the journey!!

Hi and welcome. New or vintage shave ready is what matters. If unsure of a vendor do a search on site as there is a lot mentioned here. Good luck and any questions feel free to ask

Welcome to SRP. A number of pipe smokers here, I'm one of them. Round point is a good way to start. Vintage or new, shave ready is the most important thing.

Check out our beginner's guide if you haven't yet .

Straight Razor Place Library:Books/Beginners Guide - Straight Razor Place Library

I agree with most folks to start with a round point first but don't limit your self to just one stile. when I started I was using the round point and it was a 5/8. I was a bout to give up when a friend told me to try a heavier razor and it worked great. if you can try several different points and sizes. try to find the ones you like. and welcome to straights.