Hello, i'm a englishman who's been gifted a straight razor and thought it was the coolest thing i've seen for a long time. I got my self a cheap strop and a chinese 12k stone and basicaly jumped right in. Probably not the best idea, but things didnt turn out too bad- no ambulance needed anyway.
Sometimes though, its best to do some research, especially when dealing with something that can damage you, but I'm an impulsive sort of fella. the razor I have can be described as cheap and/or fake. It has a poorly printed, lop-sided gold design on the blade that says "best brand" Its sharp enough to just about shave the hairs on my arm. I've shaved with it a few times, and whilst not cutting myself, it was none too comfortable. It just about does the job I suppose but nowhere near the shave I was expecting.
I know that this could be down to my lack of skill but after finding this place and having a look round I think I have a crap razor. (it came shave ready supposedly) I'm keen to keep on shaving with a straight (in fact I cant bloody stop myself, blunt razor or not)
Is there any point continuing with this razor or should I buy a genuine shave ready/honed one?
Nice to be here, glad I found this place, albeit a bit late!
