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?


Quote Originally Posted by Porl View Post
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.