Hello all!

*stands up like at an AA meeting*
My name is Corey and I am a straight razor newbie. Ive never really been huge into shaving as I never found that great of a feeling after shaving. I have tried all different brands of regular razors and am a typical guy who's just going through the process. Being that I never had a father figure around to teach me, I never had a connection with shaving. Recently I was reading more and more about straight razors and the shaves that come with them and it has really sparked my desire for the close shave, the comfort and the ritual. My wife is planning on purchasing me a blade for my birthday next month (as its the only time I have ever asked for a present). I am looking forward to my expedition into this personally unknown territory as well as getting to know you all and learning what I can from you.