Thread: Hello straight razor virgin fron New York

Like the title said...I have never shaved with one but have always wanted to. I live for my morning shave. I use a Merker Futura and do a 3 way pass with the razor. Now it is time to go for the real thing. I see many razors for sale on the classified section of this site. Would any one recommend buying a used razor from here that is all ready shave useable? I thinking a 5/8 round tip to be the one I would start with? is this a good choice.?

Any how hope to chat with some new friends on the subject as well.

Take care.

Jeff

Welcome!!

I would definitely buy from the classifieds, unlike Ebay, members care about their reputation, so if it says shave ready it probably is.

A round point 5/8-6/8 are the recommended starter razor and they aren't just for beginners. It's easier to cut yourself with the square or spike points

thanks for the reply. I buy a lot from ebay but a razor would not be one of them.

I bought my first straight razor from the classifieds here, a 5/8 Dovo round point. There are a lot of great people here to answer any questions you have while going down the razor road

Ebay isn't bad once you are experienced and know what to look for and know how to put an edge on a used razor. Not a good place for a beginner to buy their first razor

Originally Posted by pathology101

thanks for the reply. I buy a lot from ebay but a razor would not be one of them.

I agree with Rod. There are some decent entry level ones there now, for less money than you could buy a quality new razor. PM the seller if you have questions.

thanks everyone I can hardly wait to get a straight razor and get started. Just be gentle with me is all, we have all herd this line.

Welcome!

You have a leg up by already being familiar with a DE, so you know about shave angle, how to make good lather with a brush, light pressure, etc. I'm pretty new to straights, but it didn't take long to figure out the differences between DE shaving and straight. The blade is longer on a straight, so you have to be more aware of the contours of your face, skin stretching is really important, and beard prep plays a bigger role; you really need to soften your beard for a comfortable shave. Preshave oil really helps, too.

Hi and welcome. I would buy from the classifieds they should be shave ready and tend to be sold to a true price point intead of overpriced like ebay. Dont forget to get a strop as well. Good luck getting started and any questions feel free to ask.

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How much do you know about wet shaving right now?
Round point is a safe start.
Price point is another factor. Dont go all fancy unless you got a pile of money to burn.
Affordable and dependable are most importance.