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06-21-2017, 05:08 AM #1Junior Member
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Tennessee Newbie
Hello all,
Just got in to straight razor shaving about six months ago, but didn't get the grip of the blade and angle right. So I went to keeping stubble and trimming it down every once in a while. Got a double-edge razor recently and loved it so much I wanted to get my straight razor out and try it again. Messed up my bevel upon trying to hone, but just bought a new one and an older one, which will both be set and honed by a pro, so I'm excited to get back into it!
Take care!
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06-21-2017, 10:47 AM #2Giveaway Guy
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Welcome to SRP!!
A lot of great folks and info here, check out the library. And some of Lynn's videos and that should get your shave going well.
Ask questions, we're here to help
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06-21-2017, 11:09 AM #3Senior Member
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06-21-2017, 12:43 PM #4Senior Member
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Welcome. Stick with it. It takes time but is well worth it.
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06-21-2017, 12:52 PM #5Senior Member
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Welcome.
The learning journey with straights can be long, but is enjoyable. Focus on getting the shave down before the honing. 3 1/2 years into honing and I am still learning how to get more and more out of an edge."The best way to have a good idea is to have a lot of ideas." -Linus Pauling
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06-21-2017, 01:10 PM #6Senior Member
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Hello, welcome to SRP.
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06-21-2017, 01:31 PM #7Senior Member
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Hi. Welcome to Straight Razor Place, thespis2717!
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06-21-2017, 01:53 PM #8Senior Member
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Welcome. There are a few things that helped me. Skin stretching and holding are crazy important, and so is a low blade angle, and no pressure. There are other things too but those were important in my learning to shave well.
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06-21-2017, 02:36 PM #9Senior Moderator
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Welcome to the forum thespis. We are always happy to have a new member join us. Make yourself at home and ask questions. You will find an abundance of members happy to help you.
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06-21-2017, 04:56 PM #10Senior Member
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Welcome to SRP!
Glad to hear that you are sending the new ones out for professional honing. It makes a world of difference and gives you a reference when you hone your own.
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