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07-17-2013, 05:47 AM #1
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Thanked: 0Razor recommendation
Hey all I am a long time lurker first time poster. I am on a extremely tight budget and looking to a hood first straight razor, and supplies. I am look no more than about a 100 dollars. I saw some things about the Internet but am unsure of quality as this will be my first razor . this is the link to what I have been looking at for a starter set. http://www.vintagestraightrazor.com/...Shave-Set.html Thanks for your time and help.
--JohnLast edited by jaytongret; 07-17-2013 at 06:27 AM.
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07-17-2013, 06:02 AM #2
Best deals to be found in the classifieds IMHO. http://straightrazorpalace.com/classifieds/
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07-17-2013, 06:14 AM #3
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Thanked: 0I don't see any posts in the classifieds. And to continue the process of learning is there any shape of blade better for beginners? I have heard that rounded is better and so say square is better is this just personal preference?
--John
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07-17-2013, 06:47 AM #4
John,
It is highly recommended to start off with a shave ready SR such as from our very own classifieds. In the end you will be MUCH happier.
Straight Razors - Straight Razor Place Classifieds
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07-17-2013, 08:34 AM #5
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Thanked: 1371The soap mug and brush in that set can be gotten at Wal-Mart for about $9, the strop is a $10 cheapie, and the razor is junk.
You could buy the set, but you'll end up needing a new razor and strop.
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07-17-2013, 08:42 AM #6
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Thanked: 0That kit was picked purely for the purpose of scratching the itch to try straight razor and meet the budget requirements due to the Fact I am living off of my one weekend a month national guard check wile I am waiting on my next defense contract to come through. Once employment is better I will be upgrading to a boker and a nice strop. I wish I could but I can not afford 50 to 60 for a razor and then supplies.
--John
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07-17-2013, 08:51 AM #7
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Thanked: 1371How about this:
Go to Wal-Mart and get the soap/brush kit, and spend the rest of your budget on a decent strop. PM me your address, and I'll send you a shave ready razor. When you have the funds and get your Boker, pass the razor on to someone else who's starting on a tight budget.
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07-17-2013, 08:55 AM #8
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Thanked: 0That is one of the nicest think anyone has ever done thank you so much! You are officially my hero.
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07-17-2013, 09:23 AM #9
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Thanked: 0HNSB pm is sent again thank you so much. And I promise to pass it on to someone who is in need when the time comes.
--John
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07-17-2013, 11:51 AM #10
Maybe you need to have been a member for a while before you are allowed to use the classifieds. Ask the moderators or post a question here: Site Help, Comments, and Suggestions
Razors size 5/8 or 6/8 are most recommended for beginners. Rounded toe maybe preferable toe spikey toe. Probably hollow or half hollow ground for a start? Those are easier to hone in case you want to start doing that soon.Last edited by Kees; 07-17-2013 at 11:54 AM.