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11-05-2017, 12:54 AM #1Junior Member
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Greetings from the Jersey Shore
Hi all. Started straight shaving a week ago. I picked up a Wade and Butcher 20 years ago at an antique store in Gettysburg PA. Just thought it was neat. Never thought about actually using it til recently. Sent it off to WhippedDog. Great job btw. Can't get as close a shave as my DE razors, but it's Uber comfortable. Pretty amazing. Also I've used a shavette in rotation for a couple of years, so not a true novice, but still loads to learn. All sorts of great info here. Anyways ,Thanks Gents!
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11-05-2017, 01:06 AM #2Senior Member
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Welcome to the forum! My DE is still my go to razor, but when I have time to slow down sometimes I'll get a SR out.
A lot of history and they will last a lifetime if taken care of (or lifetimes in some cases).
What kind of Strop are you using?
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11-05-2017, 01:23 AM #3~ Life is but a Dream ~
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Hello and welcome to SRP.
A Wade & Butcher is a great start.
Enjoy your time here on the forum and have fun.
Pete <:-}"Life is short, Break the Rules. Forgive quickly, Kiss Slowly,
Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably, And never regret ANYTHING
That makes you smile." - Mark Twain
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11-05-2017, 01:46 AM #4Senior Member
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Welcome to SRP!
Your shave will closer with time and practice.Some people never go crazy. What truly horrible lives they must lead - Charles Bukowski
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11-05-2017, 02:21 AM #5Junior Member
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Thanks guys. My razor keeps getting sharper. Not really, but my technique is improving. Lol. JP5 I'm currently using an old suitable belt, but ordered the poor man's strop kit from whipped dog. So far so good. I also have a Green Lizard that isn't quite shave ready, but hasn't stopped me from trying.
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11-05-2017, 10:10 AM #6Skeptical Member
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Welcome to the forum. Lots of good people here so dont be shy about asking questions. Glad to have ya and keep it up. Takes time before it becomes a nice comfortable close shave. Just keep at it.
It's just Sharpening, right?
Jerry...
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11-05-2017, 11:16 AM #7Member
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Welcome!
Sounds like you have an awesome razor right there. Would love to have a nice W&B myself.
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11-05-2017, 11:55 AM #8Senior Member
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Welcome, RXman.
Enjoy your shaves, they will get better over time.
I've been a Str8 shaver for over 30 yrs., and I can say I'm faster, and get better shaves from the straight, than with a DE. But that's me.!
Glad to have you with us.
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11-05-2017, 11:57 AM #9Giveaway Guy
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Welcome to SRP!!!
A lot of great folks and info here. Check out the library, tones on info there.
A W&B is an awesome razor, we do love pictures
Ask away we're here to help and answer questions.
Remember, just shave the lather. Pressure is your enemy in SR shaving
Enjoy and have fun!!!!outback likes this.Look sharp and smell nice for the ladies.~~~Benz
Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring ― Marilyn Monroe
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11-05-2017, 03:13 PM #10Seeking Shaving Zen
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Welcome to SRP!! Sounds like you have a great start to this hobby... Enjoy your journey!!
Shawn
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