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04-16-2013, 01:56 AM #1Junior Member
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Hello from Minneapolis
I realized I signed up a while back but have never posted. I've been wet shaving with a DE for a few years now and I've decided this is a hobby I am going to stick with. I guess you could say it's now a lifestyle.
I attempted to use a cheap straight once, it was not even close to shave ready so I gave up on it. I acquired a few stones and a strop with good intentions to try again along with a couple vintage razors from ebay. I have all the tools but not the skills to hone the razor. I could use a little guidance if anyone is in the area who could help out plus meet some people with the same interests.
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04-16-2013, 01:31 PM #2Member
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First of all, welcome! My suggestion would be to start by having one of your razors professionally honed, that way you have something to compare to, and you'll know what a truly sharp razor should feel like.
I believe there are some members in the classifieds area that could help you out.
There is also plenty of info in the wiki, and there are a lot of great videos showing how to hone.
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04-16-2013, 02:33 PM #3Sinner Saved by Grace
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Welcome to SRP
Jonathan
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04-17-2013, 06:59 AM #4Hones & Honing
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Welcome to SRP
I live in St. Paul, MN and would be glad to help where I can. Last week was kinda busy with 4 new SRP guys coming over but my calendar is clear now. I will send you my contact details via Private Message here. Look at the "Notifications" at the top of this scree.
Hope to meet you soon.
Randolph Tuttle, a SRP Mentor for residents of Minnesota & western Wisconsin
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04-18-2013, 04:31 AM #5Hones & Honing
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Got your PM and I replied to you. May I suggest that you click on "Settings" at the top of this screen and enter your "Location" in the profile. That way I can contact your when there is a Minnesota Razor Get-Together.
Bring along your razors etc & I will try to have Rod Bell ( RodB) come over also. Lets get you shaving with a straight razor.
Randolph Tuttle, a SRP Mentor for residents of Minnesota & western Wisconsin
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04-18-2013, 04:41 AM #6Senior Member
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This reminds me we should get together with that Hess! LOL
Originally Posted by randydance062449
Got your PM and I replied to you. May I suggest that you click on "Settings" at the top of this screen and enter your "Location" in the profile. That way I can contact your when there is a Minnesota Razor Get-Together.
Bring along your razors etc & I will try to have Rod Bell ( RodB) come over also. Lets get you shaving with a straight razor.
I plan to be at the archery range tomorrow might also!
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04-18-2013, 07:18 AM #7Senior Member
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I'm in, give me a call or pm. Just don't expect a shave demo again!! lol!!
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