Thread: 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Welcome to the forum.

All good advice - welcome from the middle of the state!!

Welcome to SRP!!!

Thanks again. I have looked at the Ralf Aust and believe that it is the one to start with.

Very good point, never gave that a thought.