Hello, Complete Newbie from NC Here
Hi all,
Many thanks for the vast database of knowledge here - I've read through a fair amount of it, it's a bit overwhelming!
I'd very much like to give this a shot, and I'm trying to figure out if it's possible to do so a relatively simple, inexpensive way. I've always been a 2-3 blade disposable guy, so I have no experience whatsoever, and I'm not sure where to begin. A few things I'm wondering if anyone would mind sharing their thoughts:
1. At a minimum, what do I need to purchase to begin - razor, strop, soap/brush/bowl? Also, what is roughly the minimum I should expect to spend for all this?
2. Do I need to special order everything, or might I be able to be able to find any of the above at a local store? (I'm in the Raleigh/Durham area - every chain, but no specialty stores that I can find)
3. Any recommendations for specific items that would be both cheap and affordable? I don't know where to start other than googling all 20+ recommended razor brands and buying the cheapest blunt/rounded 6/8 that says it has a full hollow grind.
Thanks a lot!
Hello, Complete Newbie from NC Here
I started with the Parker Sr1, it definitely got the job done but it is a little harsh. It was interesting enough to get me hooked on straights but harsh enough to prompt me to order a traditional straight and strop.
If I knew about whippeddog.com back then I would have ordered a beginner strop and shave ready vintage from him. I hear allot of great things about them.
The razor might not be pretty but it's shave ready and likely not much more then a Parker with some blades. Plus the strops are prefect for beginners.
Check it out. Good luck in your search. The initial outlay may seem like allot but it saves you tons vs cartridge razors in the long run.
~Zero