Welcome, as has been said start with a shave ready razor from someone reputable, don't be scared to ask them questions. You don't necessarily have to buy anythin new and or expensive to get good shaves, quite often there will be an inexpensive razor for sale in the classifieds, usually for aesthetic reasons, other than that I probably wouldn't have invested in any hones straight away, but I did, and probably won't use them for a while so could have saved there. You will need zme kind of strop though but new starter ones seem to be fairly cheap, just look for some advice if unsure. And obviously a brushIf you get conflicting advice defer to mentors/ more senior members.Enjoy the journey, and don't be put off by minor setbacks. :-)