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10-08-2012, 10:40 PM #1Member
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Hello from Sydney
Hello Everyone,
Have decided to give straight shaving a go.
Will start once I decide on a hopefully not too expensive "starter kit", followed by the inevitable wait for it to be delivered.
Updates and questions I'm sure will follow.
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10-09-2012, 03:52 AM #2Senior Member
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You have found the right place to start. Your best 'Starter Kit' may turn out to be one you put together yourself. Take a look at the Wiki on this forum to get you started on the right track . . .
Straight Razor Place Wiki - Straight Razor Place Wiki
Then, ask questions. Guys on this forum are more helpful than any you will find. There are no questions you can ask, that won't get a thoughtful response.
Welcome to the brotherhoodAny day on this side of the flowers is a good day!
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10-09-2012, 08:24 PM #3Senior Member
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G'Day and welcome to SRP.
Good to see another Aussie on board.
Have a look at the whippeddog sight unseen deal for a start or the classifieds here.
Alternatively you could come up to the Bris for our workshop day on the 21st. (look in the 'Down Under forum')
We look forward to hearing of your progressHang on and enjoy the ride...
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10-09-2012, 08:35 PM #4There is no charge for Awesomeness
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Welcome to SRP!
Be careful with your first razor and associated kit. Research carefully because, like most things in life, you get what you pay for with straights, strops, soaps, creams, etc. If it seems too cheap, it probably is - there is a list of razor brands to avoid in the Wiki. I suggest you take a look there before you buy anything, particularly off ebay.
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10-09-2012, 09:01 PM #5The Great & Powerful Oz
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G'day mud13s & Welcome to SRP.
I'm north of the bridge if you ever need a hand.“The white gleam of swords, not the black ink of books, clears doubts and uncertainties and bleak outlooks.”
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10-10-2012, 05:20 AM #6Senior Member
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welcome mud13s!!
You have found the best place to start your journey into the world of straights. You have received some great advice here so far. Another area that is helpful to us Aussies is the 'down under' sub forum. http://straightrazorpalace.com/down-...-boogaloo.html
This thread is great for finding heaps of shaving supplies here in Aus
Enjoy,
Nick.
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10-10-2012, 05:31 AM #7Senior Member
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Welcome to SRP Mud13s
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10-10-2012, 09:45 AM #8May your bone always be well buried
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G'day Muddy. Make sure you give Oz a yell. He's the local guru in your area. Welcome to the forum and cut-throat shaving in general.
Mick
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10-10-2012, 01:46 PM #9
Mud, Best of greetings.
When you start out, some time, face to face w/ an experienced shaver can be very helpful. In your shoes, I'd beat a path to Onimaru's door asap. I'd probably do it anyway if I were down there. You have some very skilled guys down there. It would be good to connect with them. You'll thank yourself.
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10-11-2012, 02:36 AM #10Senior Member
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Welcome to the forum!
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