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  1. 02-10-2016, 02:09 AM #1
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    Default Greetings from Washington

    I found an old DE razor that was my Grandfathers. Decided to give it a try. I can't seem to use it without cutting myself but it looks like there is quite a learning curve to get past. I'll keep reading and practicing. My first straight is on it's way from Larry at Whipped Dog, so I'll give that a try soon . . . I've got plenty of blood to give.

    Thanks for all the info you guys have out there!
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    Welcome. We're here to give advice and cheer you on.
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    Welcome! No blood is necessary! DE is really easy. SR, not so much. Do all the reading you can and then ask any questions you have.
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    Welcome to SRP! There are quite a few of us in Washington and Oregon, if you need any help feel free to ask.
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    Welcome, Doug.
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    Welcome, I just bought my first DE this past weekend and chewed up my face. Got too confident and went to fast. Just remember, go slooooooow and enjoy the ride.
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    Welcome to SRP. The DE is a great start to the best shaves of your life. I remember chewing up my face quite a bit in the beginning. Stick with it, it will be worth it. Check out some on line retailers for blade sample packs with a handful of different blades. Each one will differ in sharpness and you can narrow in on the one you like.

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    Welcome aboard Doug! I like the humor but it is better to give your blood at the right place or go there to shave with a straight razor.
    You're in the right place & there's a wealth of information here. The best thing to do if you have't done so yet is to go to the Library above, then to the Beginners Guide & go from there. A strop is the most important tool you will need so learn it & practice with a butterknife at first. If you are wondering why, please feel free to ask. I hate being so redundant in my new member greetings so you might see why in other greetings I have left to others. I have some catching up to do since my internet was down from yesterday morning until a couple hours ago. Also just be patient & take your time. It's a bit of a learning curve so you will be okay & you will love the shave you get with a straight when the razor is honed & stropped correctly.
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    Good luck my friend.
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    Hello, and welcome aboard!!
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    Ya you might give up some blood to then straight if the DE got you,, the key word is slow'. You don't know how to shave yet, those cartridge things never taught you anything , so slow it down. Then go easy. Tc
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