Thread: New member from SC, questions about recent Red Imp purchase.

He'll everyone,

Im new to straight shaving and just picked up my first straight. At first I was going to buy a half hollow Dovo Best quality, but I fell in love with this Red Imp 132 Wedge while browsing ebay. It's made by Case and looks to be in great shape. Owner said its shave ready and mint. Paid over $100 for it so I'm hoping it was a good purchase.


I heard rounded edges and half hollow are better for beginners, but this one just called to me. Was wondering what you guys think of using wedges vs half and full hollows.

I also picked up a Red Imp strop to go with it. It's in need of some care but I'm hoping it's still usable. It's hard to tell from the photos and I'm still waiting for it too arrive. Any tips on restoring a vintage strop? Thanks for the help, looking forward to having my first straight shave in the next few days.