straight razor newbie

Hello!
My name is MJ. I'm new to straight razors. like, entirely new. dont own one yet, thats how new! anyways, it's something i've been interested in for a while. I love the things of the classic gentleman; pipes, flasks, razors, watches.

I'm from Massachusetts, i'm 20 (just over 2 weeks till 21!!), i'm a chef, unemployed, but starting a new position next week!

Im hoping to learn about how to find (and afford, i hope!), use, and maintain a razor....i was redirected here from multiple sources, so i decided what the heck!

with my work schedule, ill only be available a few days a week, so i may not be a super frequent contributor, but i will try!!!

-MJ

You have found the best resource on the net for straight razor shaving. Read up on the wiki, ask questions in the forums, and you will be getting the best shaves of your life in no time.

Hey! Welcome to the SRP! You've come to the right place for learning Straights!

Chef! Great! You can also share your recipes!

.:beer2:

Thanks guys!

and i hope i have recipes worth sharing!!!

I'll take those recipes. As a full time stay at home dad I'm frequently in need of inspiration.

X

Hi and welcome MJ! No cigars? Lol.

Hahaha, cigars as well, just not so frequently anymore....I prefer genuine Bolivars, and they're, obviously, not so easy to source!!! I'm happy to stick to pipe tobacco in the mean time lol.

Hello, MJ:

Welcome to Straight Razor Place. You are starting with the straight razor at a great age. Imagine all the years of joyful straight razor experience ahead of you. We're delighted to have you with us.

Regards,
Obie

welcome, bro.


i guess if you live in the US, the best place to acquire serious razors is SRP.

Be sure to get a shave ready razor. from SRP. or SRD. or whatever.

What's a shave ready razor? I can't explain. A razor that is really comfortable to shave with, maybe. I had to learn it the hard way.