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    Facial Weedwacker MisplacedJew's Avatar
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    Default Good morning/evening from Arkansas.

    (Depending on your particular location, of course)

    I've been straight-shaving for a few years now; I received my first razor as a gift, and with a healthy amount of trial-and-error (at times painful, mind you) I believe I may have actually become somewhat proficient.

    My first razor - an el-cheapo Paki blade - served as a teacher of sorts. I learned to hone with it (recycled Paki steel is the pits), and learned not to get into a big hurry (the thing may not hold an edge, but boy, you can sure carve up a human face with it).

    I recently acquired a Wester Bros./ Anchor Brand with ivory scales and am in the process of restoring it; it's coming along quite beautifully. Unfortunately the local antique shops and junk-stores stock little more than trinkets and items useless to anyone other than the most die-hard packrats; I stumbled upon this site whilst searching for information concerning antique razors and accessories.

    This place seems to be a wealth of information; I'm glad I found the site.

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    Senior Member blabbermouth hi_bud_gl's Avatar
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    Welcome SRP.
    You will find a lot useful information in here . GL

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    They call me Mr Bear. Stubear's Avatar
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    Welcome to the site!

    Have a look around and browse the Wiki links in my sig line as they will really help. Be sure to send your blade out to be pro-honed to ensure you have a shave ready edge. You'll also need a strop for use before the shave. Also check the classifieds here for some great items.

    Good luck and keep us posted!

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