Thread: Hello from Chicago

I have been recently considering buying a straight razor and found this site on a search for information on the topic. It has been helpful in clarifying a number of question that I have had. I am looking to buy a razor off of the classified adds. the razors I have been looking at are called shave ready and I was wondering if razors sold here live up to that expectation. I am also curious if anyone knows someone in the Chicago area who hones blades as I may eventually need this service down the road. Also any suggestions on a cheap strop.
Thanks
Jeremy

i live in chicago too and there aren't any honemeisters in the area. welcome to srp btw.

Hi Jeremy,

If you go to Community>GoogleMap ME or to http://straightrazorpalace.com/vbgooglemapme.php you can see locations for members who've chosen to publish this information. You can also enter your own location here. This might be one way to get to know who is nearby.

-Mark

Welcome Jeremy,
I also live in the Chicagoland area, Western Subs. Where are you at? I have purchased several of the razors off the classifieds and they al have been shave ready. As for a good strop check the classifieds as well.

Thanks for the map information. I am located in the Ukrainian village inside of Chicago. Just bought a razor and am currently looking for a strop!

Hey Jeremy....... i too am a Chicago newbie to this site!!!! Glad to see there are some more chicago people on here than i originally had thought!!