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06-26-2011, 11:00 PM #1
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Howdy. I'm a newbie from northern California, USA. Some of my other interests (metalworking, knives, guns) led me to a straight razor thread on another forum, which eventually led me here and got me bitten by the straight razor bug.
I couldn't bring myself to jump in with both feet and purchase a good SR to start with, and I couldn't justify the purchase of all the accessories right away, so I decided to learn on a "shavette" style razor with disposable blades. I ended up with a Parker SR1, a cheap bowl/brush/soap set, and a 6pk of styptic pencils (just in case).
It's been about a week. I've learned that styptic pencils burn and disposable blades have sharp corners. I've also found a semi-local shop that had some shaving stuff and purchased a better brush (with a stand), some other soaps to try, and a Maxam SR to practice honing on. I am aware of the Maxam's reputation, but also confident in my ability to work metal from other hobbies and prior college-level study. Besides, if I screw up the Maxam I won't care, and it will keep me occupied while I pinch my pennies for a nice new Dovo.
My next purchases will be a 4000/8000 waterstone and a strop. Probably going to go Fromm on the strop and Newton on the stone. Saving up for the stone now (just bought a house so money's tight).
All-in-all it's been a fairly easy start. I didn't lose much blood on the first couple shaves, although I did get too comfortable this morning and rushed myself making it appear that a cat attacked my neck. Live and learn. Unless you nick the jugular, that is...
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06-27-2011, 06:01 PM #2
Welcome to SRP, good to have you with us!
Jump right into the conversations, and if you have any questions fire away, this place is full of friendly people willing to help.
Have fun.
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06-27-2011, 06:48 PM #3
Welcome,
I'm sure you will already have read, been told etc etc, when you do get round to getting your shiny new razor, to make sure it is professionally honed, that will give you a benchmark against which to judge the progress of your honing skills.
Good luck.