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 didn´t use straight razors but I´m 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

Welcome Shane! For me it originally was the price vs quality of shave I was getting. Now its all the above.

Shane, Welcome and big congrats for choosing quality over marketing.

Str8s have all the elements to capture the masculine imagination. They're a tool, they're sharp (or should be), they shine, they perform when manipulated correctly, they have artistic attributes both functional and aesthetic, and they remove you from the disposable stranglehold. And they're the best shave on the planet.

'Glad you found your way here, and it'll be good to see your ongoing posts.

Welcome Shane! Forty four years ago I turned 21 years old in Barcelona, Spain and had a wonderful birthday. I will always remember that city with much affection. As you so well stated, shaving with a straight razor is an art and a science. Again, welcome.

I got into straight shaving because of the coolness factor. I also enjoy the better shave and nostalgia feeling I get.

Hello, Shane, and welcome to Straight Razor Place. I wanted to shave with the straight razor as far back as my early twenties. Now, decades later, I have finally fulfilled that wish. Why shave with the straight razor? Well, for me, the answer is simple. I have always felt I belong to the 19th century, and that's as good a reason as any. Stay well.

Hi d.m and thanks for the welcome.
You certainly have some history with this town. I´m sure its changed a lot since then but its still popular as ever.
The city population literally doubles during summer.
Speaking of history, my parernt celebrated their first wedding aniversay here in 54!!
Best regards
Shane

Thanks to all for making me welcome here.
Glad to see I am with like minded people. A very handy resource for the questions / problems ahead.

I have been on a spending spree (ouch) and will post some items as they arrive.
I have some new ideas that I am working on......... ;)

I look forward to hearing from members, especially with regards to information & opinions.
Best regards to all
Shane
bonitomio

ps for those who don´t know the icon I am using for now is that of Ned Kelly.
He happens to be Australias most famous outlaw (bushranger).
If you haven´t seen the Heath Ledger movie I recommend it.
And yes I´m an Aussie mate!!

G'day from Oz Shane ! & Welcome to SRP. Looks like Ned needed a good shave in that pic :p

@onimaru55
Shame that. Lesson to us all of us.............don´t let your nerves put you off using a straight razor too long.
Things could get out of hand :D

Back in his day he didn´t have SRP to ask for help :(

Welcome to SRP Shane.
You've said it all I reckon.
My wifes birthday is the aniversary of the day Ned was hanged...mmmmm
Good to see you here - even if you are from Victoria.
Geoff
PS I just had to go and calm SWMBO down as Collingwood got into the grand final with a last 1/4 fight back........just in case you didn't get to see it over there

Hi Geofff,
thanks for the welcome, even though I am from Victoria :P
Sorry to say I have more bad news.............I follow Collingwood!
Noooooooooooooo
How can I have put so many people offside with my "welcome To SRP"?

Well I have some good news hopefully. My mums BIG family lives in Sydney, and I have relatives in Perth.
Does this get me off the hook?

And I am dead certain Ned has nothing on your lovely wife.

Shane (trying hard not to lose friends I haven´t made yet)

Just to clarify, Shane she barracks for Collingwood too and they were behind on the score board until the last 1/4.
As a matter of fact we had to enter the reception room at our wedding to the Collingwood team song while handballing a sherrin to each other.

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Originally Posted by Havachat45

Just to clarify, Shane she barracks for Collingwood too and they were behind on the score board until the last 1/4.
As a matter of fact we had to enter the reception room at our wedding to the Collingwood team song while handballing a sherrin to each other.

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Sound like you live in a world of pain. Well I don´t know which team you follow, but I can say this: you must REALLY love your wife ;)

Mate, I love motorcycle racing and I wanted to get married on the start line at Phillip Island - actually we both did 'cause she rides to.
I follow the Broncos so it really doesn't matter to me....hehehe
I just found out that her shoe collection has topped 100 and I'm trying to get my razor collection to catch up - at least they take up less room. :-)

The track at Phillip Island is really beautiful. Looks more like the setting of a luxury golf course with rolling green hills and a horizon filled with the ocean (Bass Straight technically). Fresh sea breezes, a large family of kangaroos just chillin on the grass and large native eucalyptus trees completes the picture. Worth the trip if you go. Get there a week early for the GP. It gets packed.
You have my sympathy and support with the "plague of shoes." My wife collect dresses, shoes, jackets etc to the point that when there is not room for her clothes (and mine!) she gives them away to friends, relatives or Op Shops. I am using this to justify my small but growing collection.......and they don´t take up much room :D

Wayne Gardner
Micky Doohan
Casey Stoner

We have some pedigree behind us

We try to go twice a year (MotoGP and Superbikes) but have only made it to the supers for the past couple of years.
I actually flag marshalled the first two motorcycle GP's at the Island ('89 &'90)
We normally stay at the caravan park just over the bridge on the left - close to the chocolate factory - for SWMBO's benefit
I want to do the superbike course at some stage so I can ride the track
Geoff

Dude you rock!!
A friend of mine from France loves the bikes as well. He´s a very good rider.
He was at the track once with this Honda CBR600 RR.
He did well enough on his track times to get an invitation from none other than Wayne himself for a track race. There was a spot open on the grid.
Not a bad effort.

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Originally Posted by bonitomio

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 didn´t use straight razors but I´m 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

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I have decided to add another very important point as to why I/we should embrace razor use, collection etc.
The Straight Razor Community.
This forum and others is a great way to meet and share with like minded people from all over the world.
As a new razor user and collector I want to encourage everyone brave enough to try "to get your feet wet."
If you look at the beginner posts, the ones with the most responses are the ones asking for help or advice.
That speaks volumes for this place. I have already encountered many very helpful and generous members here.
I encourage you to do the same. Ask for advice and use the resources given.
Enjoy and share your personal Straight Razor, Double Edge, Single Edge razor journey.
If we all contribute we will all benefit from each other.
Best regards to all
Shane

I'll second that!

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Originally Posted by Nix

I'll second that!

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You see I´m not alone :tu: