Thread: Hello from Denver

Originally Posted by bluesman7

I think 6/8s are a little easier for beginners. The wider blade is easier to keep flat on the strop, and the shave angle is more obvious. When I started I also found that the increased weight helped too.

That'a interesting, thanks. I am just about ready to purchase my first straight and have been bouncing back and forth between getting a 5/8 and 6/8.

Originally Posted by Prahston

Definitely avoid Amazon and eBay initially... Those are great occasional resources but you have to know what you are looking at to the smallest detail.

Classifieds here have good deals but the better deals go quick.

Straight Razor Designs is a great vendor and I believe you get 2 Re-Hones with the purchase of a New SR.

I am not sure where we are at with recommendations to other places that aren't Ad Vendors on SRP... But, lots of Wet Shavers in Denver so bet someone close can either hook you up or point you in the right direction.

My first acquisition were these a couple of weeks ago. Not using them until they get honed although to touch they appear pretty close to shave ready.


I also have 3 razors I picked up at an antique store to practice honing with. One I think I might send out for a restore


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Originally Posted by dleonetti

Thanks Doug. I go back and forth with a 1/2 snapped Personna and the Shark. I'm not skilled enough to feel much of a difference. I do change the blade after 2 shaves. I told my family , "no more golf balls, no more fishing flies" for Christmas. So the issue is where do you suggest I buy my first Straight razor and Strop? I will have the razor sent to my wife and the strop to my daughter so they wrap for Christmas morning. I'm thinking a 5/8 rounded point, hollow blade. I would rather go directly to the source and not use Amazon for this purchase. Seems like the razors are sold by a number of small businesses. I would prefer to support them. Thanks again for you tips.

This is a really tough question and depends on how much you want to spend. If I was going to buy a brand new razor, I think you probably can't go wrong with SRD. They come completely shave ready. If you want to go for less, I have had some really good experiences with Larry at Whipped Dog. I have also bought several razors from eBay that are "shave ready." Some have been, others have not been close. You never know for sure until they arrive. I have also bought one razor from the SRP classifieds that is incredible for much less than $100. There are a lot of folks on here with much more experience than I have who can probably direct you better. Probably your safest bet is either SRD or the classifieds here on SRP. On the other hand, the best shaving razor I own, I bought from a Gentleman who came to the first Denver meet up that I attended last year. I wish I could be of more help.

Originally Posted by Prahston

Definitely avoid Amazon and eBay initially... Those are great occasional resources but you have to know what you are looking at to the smallest detail.

Classifieds here have good deals but the better deals go quick.

Straight Razor Designs is a great vendor and I believe you get 2 Re-Hones with the purchase of a New SR.

I am not sure where we are at with recommendations to other places that aren't Ad Vendors on SRP... But, lots of Wet Shavers in Denver so bet someone close can either hook you up or point you in the right direction.

thanks for the advice. SRD seems like the right place. I appreciate your time. This forum has been most helpful

Originally Posted by Demetrius

This is a really tough question and depends on how much you want to spend. If I was going to buy a brand new razor, I think you probably can't go wrong with SRD. They come completely shave ready. If you want to go for less, I have had some really good experiences with Larry at Whipped Dog. I have also bought several razors from eBay that are "shave ready." Some have been, others have not been close. You never know for sure until they arrive. I have also bought one razor from the SRP classifieds that is incredible for much less than $100. There are a lot of folks on here with much more experience than I have who can probably direct you better. Probably your safest bet is either SRD or the classifieds here on SRP. On the other hand, the best shaving razor I own, I bought from a Gentleman who came to the first Denver meet up that I attended last year. I wish I could be of more help.

Thanks for the wonderful response. Looks like SRD is the place for a newbie. Lets keep in touch. Can't wait for the next "Meet".

Thanks again Doug. This forum has been great. I can't wait until the first meet. I'm traveling on business this week, but will order next week when I return.

Thanks, I'll talk to the seller. My facial hair is getting softer as the years pass by. Chin and upper lip remains the problem areas.

Waited until this past Monday to order a Dovo Best Quality Black 5/8" Straight Razor & Strop Set from SRP. Now I can't wait for the package to arrive. Also ordered a small bottle of razor oil & a Sack-Ups Protective Razor Sleeve. Does anyone use the oil? Probably just a light olive oil. Can't wait. All the above advice has been most helpful. Thanks to everyone.

Pretty sure it is camelia oil although many light oils can be used. I wouldn't use any kind of cooking oil though

Thanks Ed. This is fun. Appreciate your response. Stay well.