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    Default New member from Michigan

    Hey all. Been lurking for a bit and decided to join the ranks. I am a total noob to straight razors. I have experience with wet shaving using a DE and am looking for something more and I think I want to give SR a shot.

    I do not have a SR yet and have been looking around at suggestions. There is so many different things to think about.
    I think I am leaning towards Ralf Aust from SRD.

    I guess my big questions are on size and point. I think I read on here somewhere that 5/8 and a center point is a good place to start for a beginner?

    Is there a big difference between the different types of points? I suppose I just need some insight on the sizes and points and determining my needs.
    I have a large head and face so I don't know if that helps??

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    Welcome aboard,,,,,,,,,
    If you have not already, read over these links before you buy anything.
    I would not worry about the size of the razor , as much as the point would concern me. I prefer a point that is not a "spike", less chance of a nick for me,,, sometimes I'm in a little too much of a hurry or my mind wanders a little during the shave.

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    Hi and welcome. A 5/ 8 or 6 / 8 round point is a good place to start and you can't go wrong with a Ralf Aust. Good luck and any questions feel free to ask
    My wife calls me......... Can you just use Ed

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    welcome to the forum !! SRD is a wonderful place to shop !! and if you wanna take a little drive one of our members also has a storefront up your way and don't be shy as to our vendors and beginners sections .
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    Welcome to the SRP Forum!

    Here is a link that will help you find other SRP members in your area, just insert your location and hit search now. Note that the user name listing in red is a mentor, if you should need any personal help.

    Here is a link to the SRP Library. This will help you with pretty much anything relating to shaving with a straight razor.

    Welcome to the world of straight razor shaving!

    Regards;
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    Welcome to SRP
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    Hello, thebigsmooth. Welcome to SRP!
    The Aust is a great choice for a current production razor. I have been very pleased with mine.

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    welcome neighbor

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    Welcome! Enjoy your stay, we are here to help.
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    Welcome to the party!

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