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    Hello from Canada everyone! I've been shaving with vintage DE razors for 10 months now. My favourite razor hands down is the 40's style Gilette super speed with a 7 o'clock black, GSB, or Polsilver blade. I have some techs and adjustables, but they just can't beat the SS for me. Somehow I decided I'd like to try a straight razor, must have been YouTube videos I guess. The logical choice for me is high quality vintage, I want a collectible that is capable of a top quality shave. Are there any brands that stand out?

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    Hello Stovepipe and welcome to SRP.
    For me there are too many favorites to pick a brand that stands out.
    It's like asking what is your favorite child.
    However there are a few basics on which most SRP members will agree.
    Like size, your first straight should be between 5/8 - 6/8's width for handling and maneuverability.
    Tip should be rounded and not a sharp spike. (for obvious reasons)
    Most importantly your new vintage razor needs to be "shave ready".
    Might add should be of a respected brand, Dovo, Ralf Aust, Boker, Puma, Ern, Kropp, Bengal, and so on and on and on..........
    BobH and engine46 like this.
    S.L.A.M.,.......SHAVE LIKE A MAN!!!
    Not like a G.I.R.L. (Gentleman In Razor Limbo)

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    Welcome to SRP.
    David,

    "Difficulties mastered are opportunities won" - Winston Churchill

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    Welcome to SRP. I think Raol pretty well covered it in his post. Check out the Library here Straight Razor Place Library - Straight Razor Place Library too.

    Bob
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    Welcome. There is no shortage of Canadians here. There is a lot to read and information on just about everything, and a friendly community.
    It's not what you know, it's who you take fishing!

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    Hi and welcome. Far too many great vintage blades available. That's probably why I have so many as i want to try them all.
    My wife calls me......... Can you just use Ed

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    Welcome aboard

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    Hello, and welcome to SRP !!
    We have no control of what other people do or say to us, but we have control to how we REACT !! GOD BLESS

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    Welcome to the fun!

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    Welcome fellow Canuck!

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