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  1. 02-13-2010, 09:04 PM #1
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    Quote Originally Posted by CJS View Post
    Hey everyone,

    My name is Chris, and I am a DE wet-shaver looking to take the plunge into straight razor shaving. I recently received a Thiers-Issard razor (from AOS) as a gift, and I wanted to start using it. From the information in the archives here, it looks like I should get it honed. I'm eventually going to have it honed by a cutlery shop in the Boston area. In the meantime, I'll continue to read all of the information here. This looks like a great place!

    -Chris
    Hello Chris and welcome to SRP...

    You're right...You most probably should get your TI honed before committing it to your face. There are any number of SRP members, some probably near to where you live, that will be more than happy to assist you in this area.

    As for the cutlery shop idea...You may want to think twice about that. From what little I have already learned here at SRP since December, honing a razor is somewhat different than honing a knife. My first choice for honing a str8 razor would be your local, mature or older barber before taking your brand new TI to a cutlery shop.

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  3. 02-13-2010, 09:19 PM #2
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    As for the cutlery shop idea...You may want to think twice about that. From what little I have already learned here at SRP since December, honing a razor is somewhat different than honing a knife. My first choice for honing a str8 razor would be your local, mature or older barber before taking your brand new TI to a cutlery shop
    Thanks for the tips, gents. Stoddard's (the shop I thought about going to) was the only place around me that offered a honing service for straight razors. I'll definitely take your advice though.
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    Hi, I'm in the Boston area and have a TI from AOS as well. I called Stoddards regarding their razor sharpening services. I got the impression that the gentleman had been sharpening straights for a while, that said, I'm a total noob myself. I would love to hear what some of the more experienced meber in the area have to say. If anyone knows a better place to go to that would be amazing!
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  5. 01-17-2011, 10:22 PM #4
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    Maybe one of the honemeisters could send a razor to them and give an opinion.

    For the OP, I also recommend checking the member services section of the classifieds here. The last thing you want is a razor that isn't shave ready.
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    Welcome to SRP! Nice to have you here
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    Welcome to Srp! I live in Douglas Ma near Worcester. The Perfect Edge was open just this last fall when I started this journey. Howard is reputable I have read.
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    Quote Originally Posted by aa1192 View Post
    Welcome to Srp! I live in Douglas Ma near Worcester. The Perfect Edge was open just this last fall when I started this journey. Howard is reputable I have read.
    I have it all squared away just processing issues
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    Quote Originally Posted by aa1192 View Post
    Welcome to Srp! I live in Douglas Ma near Worcester. The Perfect Edge was open just this last fall when I started this journey. Howard is reputable I have read.

    I actually spoke with him on the phone today he seems like a great guy!!!
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    Welcome to the forum.

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