A big HOLA from Barcelona Spain
Well today is the day I finally got around to posting at least something on this amazing forum.
I have been actively collecting straights for only around 2 months but I have been manically reading posts, gathering volumes of information in order to hit the floor running as hard as I can.
I would say that the "bug has bitten hard" however mine seems to be much larger :dropjaw:
If everyone here were to describe what their attraction to the Cult of Straight Razing is there would be many differing reasons given. For now mine are as follows:-
i) the manly arts of a bygone era
ii) ol school quality craftmanship
iii) thrill of discovering new and hidden gems from many different countries
iv) enjoyment of restoring razors to their former glory - Brad (undream) is inspirational in his video post!
v) challenge & satisfaction of sharpening to a very fine edge
v) SICK TO THE BACK TEETH of paying a fortune for disposable razors that ARENT razor sharp.
vi) an everyday living museum - we use and enjoy on a daily basis beautiful items can be considered works of art, where form follows function. While a painting can be enjoyed daily, or a piece of jewelery can be worn daily, these can be considered luxuries and not daily necessities. For me straight razors have the enjoyment of functional art and more. As a boy watching my dad shaving was a memorable moment, something to look forward to and be emulated in the years to come. He didnīt use straight razors but Iīm sure his dad did.
Well.............this is what happens when you have a lot to say and not much time to say it o_O
Hope this is not over the top for some.
Looking forward to getting to know many more people here.
Lots to learn and a desire to learn it well ;)
Best regards to all
Shane