Thread: New member

Hi all,

I'm new to world of straight razors. Just bought my first "set" from Phil at classic edge.ca It's an "entry model" 5/8 Dovo. Bought also a decent strop. Will wait a while before investing in stones. Need to figure that out more but thinking of starting with a combo 8k/10k Naniwa. Only shaved twice so far. No cuts. Love using it. Already I'm hunting for a nice 6/8 lol. I live about 100km NW of Toronto. My other hobbies include shooting (custom built pistol and rifle),running and also a very poor guitar player lol. Love all things old school, leather bags, hand stitched brogues, custom fedoras, fountain pens etc. so straight razors are a nice addition.
Looking forward to learning lots. Family and friends think I'm crazy with a straight razor but seeing as I'm always trying to refine the edges on my Benchmade knives it's only natural for me to put an edge to my fave lol

So... Any advice on a second razor (carbon steel 6/8").

Welcome to the forums and the world of straight shaving!

It's commonly recommended to get the basics down comfortably before adding another razor to your rotation...each razor width has its own shaving angle, etc. Ultimately, though, it's common to try different widths and grinds to see what you like best. Ralf Aust makes fine razors, and you wouldn't go wrong with a 6/8 RA.

Originally Posted by Packas

Hi all,

I'm new to world of straight razors. Just bought my first "set" from Phil at classic edge.ca It's an "entry model" 5/8 Dovo. Bought also a decent strop. Will wait a while before investing in stones. Need to figure that out more but thinking of starting with a combo 8k/10k Naniwa. Only shaved twice so far. No cuts. Love using it. Already I'm hunting for a nice 6/8 lol. I live about 100km NW of Toronto. My other hobbies include shooting (custom built pistol and rifle),running and also a very poor guitar player lol. Love all things old school, leather bags, hand stitched brogues, custom fedoras, fountain pens etc. so straight razors are a nice addition.
Looking forward to learning lots. Family and friends think I'm crazy with a straight razor but seeing as I'm always trying to refine the edges on my Benchmade knives it's only natural for me to put an edge to my fave lol

So... Any advice on a second razor (carbon steel 6/8").

Welcome! I started SR shaving with a Dovo 6/8 also from Classic Edge. No regrets. I have several vintage SRs that I hone myself. As for hones...I started with a Naniwa 1K and a Naniwa 3/8K. That's all you really need. And a good strop of course. I started with a Classic Edge board strop and I recently purchased a Bison Made bridal leather and linen strop. I still use a newspaper strop every morning before I hit the leather. Post your questions...there are some experts (and non-experts like me) on here and there is no shortage of opinions!

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Welcome to the forum. Having a second SR is a good idea for when you have to send one out for honing.

As to what 6/8 SR to get I am afraid I am a little jaded. To me any 6/8 from a recognized reputable make should do, if it comes shave ready.

I see that you hone your own knives. I would caution that honing a knife is not the same as honing a SR. When you do start to learn how to hone a SR do so with the mind set that you know nothing about honing and start from square one. Personally I would not jump into honing right away but get my shaving and stropping technique down first.

There are quite a few members down in your area so if you can it is a good idea to meet up a get some one on one mentoring. There is also a meet up coming soon in your area that might be worth going too if you can make it.

Bob

Found the thread on the TO meet up http://straightrazorpalace.com/get-t...et-2016-a.html

Thanks Bob especially about the meet up! I'm aware that knife sharpening is a different skill altogether so plan on taking it slow !

Originally Posted by Packas

Thanks Bob especially about the meet up! I'm aware that knife sharpening is a different skill altogether so plan on taking it slow !

You are welcome. If you can make the meet up you should be able to get some hands on honing instruction to get you off to a good start.

Bob

Hi and welcome. The Ralf Aust, Revisor, Boker razors I haven't heard any quality issues of so they would be a good choice. Don't go overboard to start with and you will find it easier to pick up. Good luck and any questions feel free to ask

Originally Posted by BobH

You are welcome. If you can make the meet up you should be able to get some hands on honing instruction to get you off to a good start.

Bob

Can't make it that weekend unfortunately. Maybe that's not a bad hung right now because knowing my personality I'll want to expand my skill and purchases rapidly. It could get expensive quickly lol

Originally Posted by Packas

Can't make it that weekend unfortunately. Maybe that's not a bad hung right now because knowing my personality I'll want to expand my skill and purchases rapidly. It could get expensive quickly lol

Well, if you want some one on one for honing, stropping, shaving or what's what regarding brushes just PM one of the poster in that thread.

Bob