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Hello from western NC.
Several months ago made the switch from Schick Quattro to and DE razor with shaving cream from The Art of Shaving. Was I not only surprised but greatly impressed wjth the quality of shave. Since then I decided to try a straight razor for a better shave. I purchased a shavette and am starting to get the hang of things. Anticipating the move to a real razor in the near future, there are several mfg.s to chose from. Would welcome suggestions.
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Welcome to SRP from down the mountain!
If you want to go with a new straight, I'd recommend getting a starter kit from straight razor designs. Any of their razors will work great.
If you want to go vintage, then I'd get one from the classifieds of this sight - you are pretty much guaranteed it will be shave ready.
In the meantime, start reading the Beginner's Section in the Library to answer a lot of your questions
and feel free to ask us any questions, we are here to help.
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I have looked at several kits from Straight Razor Design. Sort of leaning toward a 6/8 blade to big in with, thought that it would be easier to get the angle correct.
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6/8 or 5/8 are both good sizes to start with. I would recommend getting one with a round end on it, your ears will thank you.
In my opinion, the Ralf Aust 5/8 is better than the Dovo 5/8, but both are great razors. For that matter, every razor that SRD seems to be great.
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Hi and welcome. Can't go wrong with SRD. Hand honed means inspected as well so you know that you are getting a good razor. Any questions feel free to ask
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All good advice - welcome from the middle of the state!!
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Welcome to SRP!!!
:chapeau
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Thanks again. I have looked at the Ralf Aust and believe that it is the one to start with.
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Very good point, never gave that a thought.