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New to Straight Razors
Hi guys,
I'm from Sydney, Australia and I received a straight razor kit for my birthday (after mentioning to my GF that I enjoy the feel from the shave at the barber) Literally gave it a go last night, and while I get a better shave from a safety razor - I'm pretty it's a technique thing (and possibly equipment, it's a Wahl branded razor)
Craig
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You're darn right it's a technique thing :p I still sometimes get better shaves from a safety and I've been at this for 7 years.
Eventually it all comes together and you start getting good shaves - and enjoying the accomplishment. Watch some of the shave videos available on Youtube and see what is involved. Better still, check out our own mine of information at Shave Library
As regards the razor itself, it could be good or not so good. I'd recommend you get in touch with one of the Sydney guys who frequent this forum and get some authoritative advice. There's a bloke called Oz who goes by the stage name of Onimaru55. He's forgotten more about straights that most of us know - check out his posts and give him a PM.
All the best and welcome to SRP
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Welcome. There is quite a bit of technique involved in both the shave and the maintenance of a straight razor. Is your razor a true straight razor or a disposable blade straight razor. They each have their advantages and disadvantages. I hope you stick with it and get it all dialled in.
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It's an actual straight edge, but not convinced of the quality. If it's not great, it'll serve as a great way to learn the basics of honing and setting an edge.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...867c785c55.jpg
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Hi, and welcome to SRP. Its really takes a while to start getting comfortable shave with a straight razor and even longer to get to the legendary BBS (im not there yet). xD
Enjoy your time here. Everyone is just pure NICE, and will help you out the best they can. :D
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Welcome to SRP!!!
As you've seen, there's a ton of great folks and info here. Do checkout the library as mentioned, it's full of awesome info
Keep at it and you'll get it. This takes time and patience.
Enjoy and have fun!!!
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Part of the issue may not be the straight but the honing. If you can send it to someone or meet with them to have your edge checked and hand honed that would tell you a lot.
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Welcome to the Forum, there's a lot of people here that will help guide you to great shave with a straight razor, just ask. Give it some time and take it slow and the pieces will start to come together.
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That's an awesome GF btdubs!
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Hello and welcome to SRP.
Enjoy your time here on the forum and have fun.
Pete<:-}
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Is there a country of origin stamped on the tang ? I have my doubts about the quality of these razors but haven't ever honed one.
If there is no country stamped on the blade you can assume its made in Pakistan & won't ever shave well.
Actually, these came up a couple of years ago.
http://straightrazorpalace.com/down-...ght-razor.html
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I didn't notice anything stamped on it, so it's probably not very good. I'll have to find a cheapish ready to shave blade from someone on the forum. I haven't the slightest what I'm looking at currently.
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Look in the BST forum you'll find something there for sure.
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Hi and welcome aboard. Check out the bst or get new from a reputable vendor. Most of the bigger Aussie sites do sell good razors but would need to be sent to Oz for honing. If unsure just post and we will help out
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Shave number 3:
Prep was only a hot shower, lathered with Proraso White, single pass with the grain.
Prior to shaving I have the blade a light hone (10 laps on the stone the kit came with) and stropped 30 laps. Definitely a better shave than the last 2, blade mustn't have had a good edge (and likely still doesn't)
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Welcome aboard m8!
Library is your best friend.
Cheers.
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Gday mate.
Definitely look into another razor. A good used vintage will serve you well without breaking the bank.
You seem to be as determined as I was in the beginning, and would shave with anything.
Do yourself a favor. And go with a reputable brand, for a straight. It'll open your eyes.!