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  1. 07-08-2012, 01:14 AM #1
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    I can still remember how "close" my first shave was lol... Welcome to SRP
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    Quote Originally Posted by Havachat45 View Post
    How lucky are you to have your great great grandfathers razor - use it in good health, my friend.
    Welcome to SRP - hang on and enjoy the ride
    Thanks, I thought it was cool that I could use something that was used long ago in the family.

    Quote Originally Posted by crom762 View Post
    I can still remember how "close" my first shave was lol... Welcome to SRP
    Thanks! Haha, I'm pretty sure I will never forget how nervous I was using the razor for the first time and how close it was.
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    Welcome to SRP.

    You have found the best straight razor website on the net. Take it slow and realize that beard prep and shaving technique are crucial.

    Enjoy the journey,
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    Welcome!

    What are you using for a strop?

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    Welcome to the band of brothers...


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    Quote Originally Posted by cpcohen1945 View Post
    Welcome!

    What are you using for a strop?

    Charles
    Thanks. I have two strops that were also with the razor. One just says "finish" on it and no brand, and the other is a Shell Horsehide 840 which seems to be a lot rougher. Both were stored well and seem to be keeping the blade in good shape so far. I don't have any other straight razors to compare to though.
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    Welcome to SRP!

    I wish I had a family heirloom to shave with. Hoepfully, my future sons will be able to pass what I have currently along to future generations.
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    Quote Originally Posted by chevyguy8893 View Post
    Thanks. I have two strops that were also with the razor. One just says "finish" on it and no brand, and the other is a Shell Horsehide 840 which seems to be a lot rougher. Both were stored well and seem to be keeping the blade in good shape so far. I don't have any other straight razors to compare to though.
    If you can shave comfortably, the blade is sharp. It's nice to use gear that connects to your own history.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Crzylizard View Post
    Welcome to SRP!

    I wish I had a family heirloom to shave with. Hoepfully, my future sons will be able to pass what I have currently along to future generations.
    Quote Originally Posted by cpcohen1945 View Post
    If you can shave comfortably, the blade is sharp. It's nice to use gear that connects to your own history.

    Charles
    It is nice to use something connected to the family. It doesn't seem like there is as many items anymore that can survive long enough to be handed down. I am getting a comfortable shave and have been getting a lot better about not cutting myself, so I guess the blade is sharpened well. Now I want to get a couple more to have a small collection to use and hand down someday.
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