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    Default A big Hallo from Scotland

    Evening Gents (and Ladies?)

    Barrie from Scotland here. I've only recently started the very addictive 'hobby' (or is lifestyle change more accurate?) that is straight razor shaving, and I have to say I am absolutely hooked already. I've read a number of threads on SRP and found them very helpful in choosing my first razor. The videos that a number of members have posted on Youtube allowed me to survive my first shave (and without any cuts!) so thank you all. I've been shaving with a straight razor now for about 3 weeks, and thankfully seem to be improving with every shave.

    In case anyone is interested, my first razor was a Dovo 5/8th carbon steel with ebony scales, and I love it! I've also recently purchased a vintage Ford and Medley, again 5/8th and (I think) carbon steel blade. I'm not sure what the rules are regarding mentioning stores/dealers in a public forum, but all I'll say is I made both purchases from an excellent store in Malvern, England...no doubt any UK based forum users will know who I mean.

    Look forward to chatting you all in the future.

    Cheers

    Barrie

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    Welcome to SRP Barrie!

    Sounds like you are off to a very positive start, and you seem to have done a fair bit of research when starting out

    SRP is full of friendly and knowledgeable fellows who will do all they can to help you along, should any questions arise.

    Have fun, We are happy to have you join in on the madness!
    Bjoernar
    Um, all of them, any of them that have been in front of me over all these years....


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    Thanks for the warm welcome Birnando!

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    Welcome! You have found the best place in the world to share information and find new friends. Sounds like you're off to a good start. Enjoy!

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    Welcome to SRP Barrie! It sounds like you're well on your way to enjoying straight razor shaving as much as the rest of us. Don't be afraid to ask questions!

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    Welcome to SRP and congrats on your first shaving successes. There are a lot of great folks and info to be found here for sure!

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    Welcome Barrie,
    You found a great place to learn.

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    Wow guys, thanks very much for making me feel so welcome!

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    Welcome Bud.I'm from Scotland too (Stirling).Enjoy your razors man.

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    Hi barrie, I'm in edinburgh mate, a few scottish located people here (am irish), enjoy and ask questions

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