Thread: Hello from Canonsburg PA

Hello Gentlemen,

I'm thinking of purchasing a straight razor. I've enjoyed reading various posts here on SRP, and trying to learn what I can from everyone's experience. Hopefully someday I can be a resource for others as well.

I have multiple questions, and in some ways, I don't know where to begin. I'm unaware of any shops near me (Pittsburgh region) that sell razors and supplies, so I'll likely purchase online, as I'm sure many of you have as well. But this seems to be a purchase that I'd like to inspect and feel in my hand before I buy. Does that resonate with many of you?

If I were to buy a SR locally, I'd likely have to go to an antique shop (of which there are many near me), but I'd hesitate due to my lack of knowledge about manufacturers, condition of the blade and scales etc. Perhaps some of you had similar concerns when you purchased your first SR.

Anyway, I just wanted to say hello, and I look forward to learning more. I hope to be shaving with a SR soon.