Thread: introductions

hello im very new so new infact i dont even own a straight razor yet lol i like to have all my ducks in a drow as it were before jumping into something so i figured why not join a populated forum and get the facts i have no idea how to properly sharpen a razor im great at hand sharpening my knives i dont know any brand of razor other than duvo so basicly what im saying is i will have tons of questions and probably require tons of patients on the part of the forum members lol

Hi koolbreaze. Welcome to SRP!

Be sure to read this post from BeBerlin: http://straightrazorpalace.com/begin...zor-place.html

Read throught the links there, especially the beginner's guide and the FAQ.
Also, if you click the wiki button at the top, there is all kinds of useful information about everything having to do with straight razor shaving.

Be sure to read about good razors vs. bad razors before making a purchase. I'd highly recommend a new shave ready razor from one of the vendors here, or else a used shave ready razor from the classifieds.

Spend a couple of months learning the basics of shaving before you move on to honing or sharpening razors.

Be sure to post any questions you have... The best way to learn is to read the wiki and to get involved in the forums.

Again, welcome!

Welcome aboard. +1 HNSB.....You really don't need to worry about sharpening right away.
The first thing you want to concentrate on, is getting a shave ready razor, Dovo is wonderful, and I recommend SRD, They have the best prices and it will be honed my Lynn Abrams, our resident Honemeister. You'll also need a strop, brush, and some kind soap or cream. I suggest checking out the WIKI here, it's full of great info, and our classifieds. You can find some great bargains there. Let me know if you need any help.
BTW, with a shave ready razor from SRD, you won't need to hone it for some time. That will give you time to work on your technique and getting comfortable with using st8s.
I too have been sharpening knives for years and years, and have enough stones to fill a quarry, Razors are a different animal.

thank you all so much i have been using a brush and shave soap for a few years i like it better than the gels plus i travel with the military a bit and i never have to worry about them taking it at the airport so a strop and a razor and im in bussines this site has been the most helpfull i have found while looking for guidence in this area i had almost given up but this forum has pushed me over the edge i feel armed with this forum i can go forth and shave!!

Hello, Koolbreaze:

Welcome to SRP. Being accustomed to wet shaving, you are half way through the door. Researching the world of straight razors will definitely give you a good start. As you have noticed, we have mounds of information here for you before you hold that straight razor. So go forth and explore. Please keep us informed on your progress.

Regards,
Obie

Welcome to SRP.