Thread: Hello from Chicago

Hello All,

I've been browsing this site for a week or so and finally decided to join. I have never shaved with a straight razor but am dedicated to researching and purchasing my first kit. I'm looking to get something basic and relatively inexpensive - nothing fancy.

I'm located in Chicago. Does anyone know of somewhere good to buy in Chicago? Or should I try to purchase online? Any recommendation on where or what to buy would be appreciated!

Welcome aboard, glad you decided to join. The best info I can give you is when deciding on your first razor is make sure that it comes "shave ready". Having a properly honned razor will give you a better start and at least eliminate the question of is this razor sharp enough. Best of luck

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Hello, leetj:

Welcome to Straight Razor Place.

Truefitt & Hill, one of the great British shave product brands, has a shop in the Bloomingdale Mall on Michigan Ave. It's a great place. Everything Truefitt & Hill offers is topnotch. I know they sell straight razors, too, although I think their blades have only a factory edge. Most gentlemen here prefer to have the factory edge honed further by a professional.

Regards,

Obie

Thanks for the info guys. If I were to buy new from one of those locations, where would I go to get it professionally honed?

Hello, Leetj:

Please look in the Member Services here for professional hone masters.

Regards,

Obie

Thanks for the quick responses, Obie. I'll probably buy new from one of those locations and find someone in Member Services to hone for me.

Thanks again!

You are welcome, leetj. Good luck to you. If you have more questions, please post them. Here, you will receive all the help and direction you need.

Regards,

Obie

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