Thread: Hello from Denver

My name is Dennis and I am new to SR this year. I'm an older gen but SR is on my bucket list. I have been using a Parker Shavette, ~15 shaves, and so far so good. I just shave about 50% of my face, and finish with a safety razor. Slowly progressing. Willing to accept any suggestions. Are there any meeting in the Denver area? Thanks.

Originally Posted by dleonetti

My name is Dennis and I am new to SR this year. I'm an older gen but SR is on my bucket list. I have been using a Parker Shavette, ~15 shaves, and so far so good. I just shave about 50% of my face, and finish with a safety razor. Slowly progressing. Willing to accept any suggestions. Are there any meeting in the Denver area? Thanks.

Welcome dleonetti. I'm thinking of setting up a Denver meet in January. We have had several. Keep an eye out here; Get Togethers and Meetings

I too am new to straights and from Colorado Springs. I would love to meet up with a few folks to learn more about what I am going to venture into. I recently bought 5 straights from a local guy. He provided some info about honing, but I feel I have way too much to learn about stones and methods. I found a lot of good info here so far. Before I invest in honing equipment I want to hear stories about if you only knew then what you know now, how would things be different. Also looking for Colorado based professional honing. I know Gssixgun used to live in Colorado and if there are no locals I will likely ship to him, but that doesn't help me learn the craft.

Great George count me in. I'll have more questions by then.

I would be up for a short road trip if needed. As the skill progresses, awe all need to know a little about honing.

Welcome to the forum.

Hi and welcome aboard. Any questions feel free to ask.

Welcome Dennis, the only advice that I would give is keep that pressure low and I do mean low. When I first started out I used too much pressure and my shaves were uncomfortable. As I reduced the pressure not only did the comfort increase, but so did the closeness of the shave.

Take your time you will get there and enjoy it.

Welcome to SRP Dennis. A meet is a great thing when you are starting out. I've been to the last two in Denver and they have been a huge help on this journey. I would definitely be up for one in January, Vic. Let me know if I can help you out with setting it up.

Originally Posted by bluesman7

Welcome dleonetti. I'm thinking of setting up a Denver meet in January. We have had several. Keep an eye out here; Get Togethers and Meetings

Originally Posted by GeorgeX

I too am new to straights and from Colorado Springs. I would love to meet up with a few folks to learn more about what I am going to venture into. I recently bought 5 straights from a local guy. He provided some info about honing, but I feel I have way too much to learn about stones and methods. I found a lot of good info here so far. Before I invest in honing equipment I want to hear stories about if you only knew then what you know now, how would things be different. Also looking for Colorado based professional honing. I know Gssixgun used to live in Colorado and if there are no locals I will likely ship to him, but that doesn't help me learn the craft.

Originally Posted by dleonetti

I would be up for a short road trip if needed. As the skill progresses, awe all need to know a little about honing.

Originally Posted by Demetrius

Welcome to SRP Dennis. A meet is a great thing when you are starting out. I've been to the last two in Denver and they have been a huge help on this journey. I would definitely be up for one in January, Vic. Let me know if I can help you out with setting it up.

Maybe we should do one sooner. It is great to see this enthusiasm.

George, a meet is way better than just talking to experienced people about hones, you will actually be able to try different hones yourself and see which brands feel best to you.