Thread: New to straight edge

No. Keep looking!

Originally Posted by edhewitt

That is pretty ratty looking. Someone with restoration skills could probably do something with it, but i certainly wouldn't buy it as a first razor.
Have you looked at the forum classifieds? The razors sold by members are a safer bet, if you need any further info than that which is posted in the advert just shoot them a PM.

I just had a quick scroll through and there are a few sub $80 and a few more at $100 or less and as long as they are advertised as shave ready they should be.

I believe that you can get new razors like ralf aust or Dovo for similar money but you need to select a vendor that hones the razor prior to dispatch.
On the question of restoration it looks like it will need a bit of work to my untrained eye, for ideas on how to do restoration work check out the workshop forum, or even start a thread there, you will probably get plenty of advice but i think you would need better photos.
aside from the rust or corrosion on the blade I think the scales may be broken as they look like they have string wrapped around them.
Although wade and butchers have a good reputation there are plenty of lesser known vintage makers that provided very nice razors too.
Generally it's the bigger sized wade and butchers that are more sought after.

Thanks again everybody

Welcome to SRP

Hi and welcome. With a blade with corrosion you can get problems where the razor no longer is capable of holding an edge. Start with something ready to go. There is plenty to learn and plenty of time for antique store once you know what to look for. Good luck.

Welcome to SRP.

Wade and Butcher are very good. You will need to check wear and get it honed if it is not shave ready.