Although I only very recently got into straight razor shaving (brother was good enough to get me one for my birthday), I've always had a a great interest in it, and a sense of awe towards those who still hold on to it. Although it sounds naive, I've always had a pang to return to the 'good old days' of my grandfather and great grandfather, and straight shaving is just a little way for me to get back there I think. Simple things are always the best, good books, good beers, and good friends and family - and now good razors!

So I'm really excited to learn all I can, and introduce a meditative ritual into my life, especially when everything in my life tends to be fairly chaotic! I'll be glad to take the time out to get a good shave even when everything else is a whirlwind around me. So thanks for having me all, and I'll see you on the boards!