Hello I'm jake, I'm from Greenville SC. I've been researching for the past two weeks and finally decided to introduce myself. This community is an incredible source of knowledge and I haven't been able to stop reading yet. I'm going to start getting into straight razors and wanted to know what everyone's recommendation on a starter razor is. I have looked at hundreds and have tons I want but one of the companies I carry in my store sells dovo so I get them at cost and I hav been looking at a diamant or a couple others. I have also gotten into restoring as well. I got an old razor at an antique store to practice on. I have a long way to go before I can finish it but its entertaining. Any input on the restoration or my first purchase is appreciated. The restoration has only been resurfaced not polished yetAttachment 121548Attachment 121549