SR newbie

I am 28 and decided to switch to SR. I wish I would have seen this site sooner because I have already seen a lot of great info. Unfortunately I already bought some SR from ebay and they are not shave ready. I got some whetstones also so at least I can learn to hone them. I have heard and read a lot about how it is easier to just have a professional hone it, but I am one of those stubborn do-it-yourselfers so any advice is always appreciated. It looks like there is definitely a lot of tip and input here to help me. I figure once I have the hang of this whole SR shave, I will invest in a better quality blade. I will definitely seek out help from the veterans here and am so happy to find such a great and informative site.

welcome srp. We have a lot people from mo.even owner srp Lynn is in mo. Check members map and see who is closer to you.we can hone your blade and it will help you in long run. Please check wiki which blades you should avoid.dont waste money on Pakistani blade.if am closer i can help you how to hone etc. Nun2sharp.Modine.Joe.David and many more people from mo in here.any question ask gl

Hello, dulcesuenos:

Welcome to Straight Razor Place. Yes, having a professionally-honed straight razor when starting out is a fine idea. You can learn to hone later. For now, honing your skill matters most. Good luck.

Regards,
Obie