Hello from the UK

**Jeltz** · 05-01-2010, 11:05 PM

Greetings,

Back in January I made the switch from cartridge razors to DE shaving and since then I have become more interested in learning how to use a straight.

(Apparently) I can't really justify buying a good quality straight, strop, and hone having so recently invested in several DE razors, brushes, soaps, creams etc. etc. but I might just add a shavette to the den for the odd weekend shave.

**JimmyHAD** · 05-02-2010, 05:10 AM

Welcome to SRP. A shavette is a way to familiarize yourself iwth the technique you'll be using with a regular straight. Once you do get a 'normal' straight razor I think you'll find that you like it better than any alternative. Once I got passed the learning curve that is the way it worked out for me. See my sig line below to avoid nicks and cuts and the link for more info.

**ben.mid** · 05-02-2010, 08:05 AM

Hello & welcome along!
I've got a starter razor you can have, if you want it? It's nothing special, but it's a tidy 5/8 with a round point. Should be perfect for you. I've also got a leather offcut you might be able to fashion a strop with.
The initial set up costs can be a little high when you're not sure it's for you, but this would allow you to try it on the cheap!
PM me if i can help.

**PhatMan** · 05-02-2010, 08:21 AM

Hi,

Welcome and hello from Hastings

Have fun !

Best regards

Russ

**Jeltz** · 05-02-2010, 08:42 AM

Thanks for the replies, and thank you for your generous offer Ben.

**CyberPaddy66** · 05-03-2010, 08:48 PM

Welcome fellow SW'er, what part of the SW are you in?

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