Hello from the other Washington

Hello all,
I've been lurking for a while trying to determine whether a straight razor is a practical and affordable alternative to cartridge razors and blades. I'm trying to find an affordable used straight razor and accessories and am open to others' tips on what might be appropriate razors in the classified section of the website or on e-bay.
I appreciate the time that has been spent setting up this site and look forward to learning more about straight razors and accessories from the particpants on the site.

Hola!

welcome to SRP, ur best bet for a good used razor is the classfieds or whippeddog.com the razors at whippeddog are not always pretty but all of them will shave really well and at a great price. Hope this helpps.

Welcome to SRP jazman.

The initial cost of getting started will be about $60-$70 on the low end. You can plan on having your razor honed a couple of times a year for about $20.

Versus cartridge razors you can save a lot, if you stick with the basic equipment. A lot of us that started out to save money found the hobby too enjoyable, and have spent multiple lifetimes worth of shaving cartridges on straight shaving equipment.

But, it can be done if you have the discipline.

you can be like me and have been into straights for over a year and only have spent 20$ on the hobbie,I had the razor and brush/mug given to me since they ere my late great grandfathers, the strop was a gft from a member, I spent 10 on a barbers hone and maby 10 total on soaps and smelly goods. for 45$ you could get one (Daisy)of a razor.

By the other Washington, I am going to assume you mean the State...
if so this is something you might want to think about


http://straightrazorpalace.com/get-t...a-meet-up.html


Welcome to SRP

Hello and Welcome to SRP! You'll find a ton of info here and many helpful people to help get you on your way. :)