Thread: Noob from PA

Hey all,
Just wanted to introduce myself. I started shaving with a DE in January, and mastered that pretty quickly. While DE shaving is fun, I was really drawn to the allure of shaving with a straight. So, after some back and forth with myself, I took the plunge and bought a straight kit from Larry at Whipped Dog. Last week, I received my Tonsorial Gem, along with a strop and some oxide treated balsa strops. Had my first shave with it yesterday, and I was pretty impressed with how smooth it shaved. It was pretty well balanced too. Surprisingly, I didn't even cut myself, but I did have a bit of razor burn, which I'm sure will dissipate as my technique improves. And now, of course, I'm trolling the boards for a razor I can restore myself. And looking for hones. And anything else I can get my hands on.

Anyway, I'm glad to be here.

Welcome to the lost art of Gentleman's Shaving.
Where are you from in PA?

Welcome colaim to the forum, you wont regret going to a straight it will take a bit of learning with technique as you said but in the end you will be pleased with the outcome. My advise to you is first master shaving for a bit then you can dabble with honing and such. You have much to learn with the fundamentals, dont rush you will have a much better result in the end.
Again Welcome aboard!!!

Originally Posted by Mastershake

Welcome to the lost art of Gentleman's Shaving.
Where are you from in PA?

Just outside Scranton.

Welcome! If you ever need help, you have some good guys over in Archbald at (formerly) Big Daddy's Barber Shop. Enjoy the boards and the people here, they're great!