Thread: Hello from Bangladesh

It is quite possible that you may dull the edge. Either by shaving technique or poor stropping. Both of these things will come with time so it's nothing to worry about.

When I started out I actually dropped my first razor whilst stropping and chipped the edge. So these things definitely happen. Whilst you may not have people where you are there are many that will do the work for you and ship worldwide. Do an internet search and you are sure to find something.

I am sure if you get the bug you will end up buying other razors in the future and having a back up razor to use whilst one is out being honed is a good idea too. Once funds allow of course.

Without going into further details let me tell you sending a SR though shipping is not an option here. I found one honing service in Thailand, will check them out in my next trip.

Thanks.

BTW after taking the razor out of the box, and having given it a few laps on my strop I did the arm hair cutting test- and it passed with the beautiful "ting ting" sound! Does that count as shave ready?

Originally Posted by Porl

It is quite possible that you may dull the edge. Either by shaving technique or poor stropping. Both of these things will come with time so it's nothing to worry about.

When I started out I actually dropped my first razor whilst stropping and chipped the edge. So these things definitely happen. Whilst you may not have people where you are there are many that will do the work for you and ship worldwide. Do an internet search and you are sure to find something.

I am sure if you get the bug you will end up buying other razors in the future and having a back up razor to use whilst one is out being honed is a good idea too. Once funds allow of course.

Originally Posted by tarekrashid

BTW after taking the razor out of the box, and having given it a few laps on my strop I did the arm hair cutting test- and it passed with the beautiful "ting ting" sound! Does that count as shave ready?

I can't get any of my razors to pass the arm hair test. That's because I have the arm hair of a Disney princess

If you are getting comfortable shaves I wouldn't worry too much. Once you get into it you will be able to tell the difference between a good edge and one that is just OK.

You can search the members here maybe there is someone closer to your home that could offer some help. If the honing service in Thailand will give you a lesson or two whilst they are honing your razor that would be a great help for you too.

This link might help you find people who are members here that live in your country who might be able to help you out.

http://straightrazorpalace.com/memberlist.php?do=search

Hi and welcome. There are people here from just about every corner of the world. If traveling maybe put a shout out in advance and see if you can meet with someone.

Lots of people offer honing. Unfortunately not all are really capable or have true idea of how to hone a razor to shave ready. Been more than a few people have a razor honed only to get it back with excessive wear and a crap edge. Make sure you are aware of what it takes so you can make sure anyone you use if doing it right.

Hi Eddy

I really don't have much knowledge or know the "feel" of shave ready. I educated myself from SRP and other such themed sites and Youtube. But thanks for the great idea! If I travel anywhere I'll be sure to check b4hand to find out if there's any pro SRP member who will be able to help.

BTW, can you let me know whether passing the HHT qualifies the razor as being shave ready?

Thanks!

Originally Posted by eddy79

Hi and welcome. There are people here from just about every corner of the world. If traveling maybe put a shout out in advance and see if you can meet with someone.

Lots of people offer honing. Unfortunately not all are really capable or have true idea of how to hone a razor to shave ready. Been more than a few people have a razor honed only to get it back with excessive wear and a crap edge. Make sure you are aware of what it takes so you can make sure anyone you use if doing it right.

Welcome to SRP!!!

A lot of great folks and info here, check out the library. You can get lost in there.....

The HHT is a good indicator of a "sharp" razor, but sharp doesn't always mean shave ready.
If you're finding a comfortable shave from the razor that's great.
As to pressure, just shave the lather off, no need to press the razor to your face. A good razor just wipes the whiskers off.

Enjoy and have fun!!!

Originally Posted by tarekrashid

BTW, can you let me know whether passing the HHT qualifies the razor as being shave ready?

Thanks!

Hht is not an indicator. Many of us have done the 1k challenge. Shaving with a razor that has had no more than the bevel set properly. You can get a good comfortable shave and it would pass tree topping and hht tests. We consider 8k truly shave ready so there is a big difference between shaving and shave ready.

Check out the Gssixgun videos on YouTube. You will soon haa good knowledge of the basics of honing.

Hello and welcome to SRP.
Enjoy your time here on the forum and have fun.

Pete<:-}