Hello Everyone,

I've been DE shaving for a number of years now and I decided to finally take the plunge into the world of straight razor shaving. I have a very thick beard and the Merkur HD just wasn't getting the job done, even with Feather razors. I bought a Merkur slant and things improved dramatically, but I realized eventually my quest for better and better shaves would lead to the full on straight razor. I came across Straight Razor Place and after reading the beginner's FAQ section I bought a couple of Dovo Best Quality 6/8 razors, an Illinois #827 strop, and Lynn's DVD. I look forward to sharing my experiences with everyone. Thanks again!