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02-14-2015, 03:58 AM #1Senior Member
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Welcome. There is actually quite a few members in Alberta, and several of those are in Edmonton. Thisisclog (Jon) is a member here and lives in Beaumont and is quite knowledgeable and will likely respond in this thread. If not PM him.
New for your first is not a bad plan. There are very good deals on shave ready razors in the classifieds, quite often there are good beginner razors there too.Phrank likes this.It's not what you know, it's who you take fishing!
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02-14-2015, 04:14 AM #2Senior Member
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Hello Bro' and welcome to SRP.
You are very fortunate to find this place as you begin your new hobby into straight razor shaving.
A ton of info in the "library" and many members to answer your questions
I look forward to meeting you in person.
Soon you will be able to S.L.A.M.!!!!:rock:S.L.A.M.,.......SHAVE LIKE A MAN!!!
Not like a G.I.R.L. (Gentleman In Razor Limbo)
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02-14-2015, 05:12 AM #3Senior Member
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Welcome to SRP!
Rest assured that with your first razor you will roll the edge, cut your strop, nick yourself, and get razor burn. Accept it. Rolled edges can be honed, cut strops can be sanded, nicks can be sealed, and razor burn can be cooled. We've all been there and done that.
Whether you buy a new razor or a vintage razor the most important thing is that is professionally hand honed. A Dovo Best is a good introductory razor. A Ralf Aust is another brand in the same price range. If you decide to go vintage, then I'd suggest the classifieds on this site - the people here know what "shave ready" means.Some people never go crazy. What truly horrible lives they must lead - Charles Bukowski
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02-14-2015, 10:56 AM #4Senior Member
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Hi and welcome. Even entry level new razors will last a lifetime and are good quality. As said for vintage you can't go past the classifieds here. Strops with replacement parts are a good idea for a beginner. Good luck and any questions feel free to ask
My wife calls me.........
Can you just use Ed
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02-14-2015, 11:14 AM #5Senior Member
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Welcome to SRP
David,
"Difficulties mastered are opportunities won" - Winston Churchill
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02-14-2015, 01:30 PM #6Senior Member
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Welcome to the forum. As a new myself I can tell you relax don't worry have a home brew. Oops, wrong forum. But same principle here. You have started in the right place by reading the the tutorials here and gleaning advice from the experts here. Once you take the plunge just remember this is not a race, so take your time, eliminate all distractions and enjoy the ride. Start small and advance as you get comfortable with your equipment. You will experience a few bumps, nicks and scrapes, that is all part of the learning experience. If you keep at it and learn from your mistakes you will be shaving like an expert in no time.
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02-14-2015, 04:05 PM #7Junior Member
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Welcome fellow Albertan! I have a Dovo 5/8, and love it. Dive in, you'll love it!
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