I'm new here, and I don't know if this should be posted here, or in the beginners forum. If it wasn't supposed to be posted here I apologize.

I'm in the market for my first straight razor. I've been told by plenty of people to get a cheaper blade, a shavette, etc. The thing is, I don't want to buy a cheaper blade, and I won't. When I say cheaper I mean under $100. I have two blades I'm currently looking at, and was hoping I could get some expert advice to maybe point me in the right direction, or give me guidance.

The two razors are: DOVO Palisander, and the TI 1937 Special Coiffuer.

I was almost dead set on the TI, but then just recently people are telling me to go with the Palisander because it has wood scales, and not plastic. With that being said, I've also read that TI straights hold an edge better?

I'm sure I'll have several questions for you guys, so please, please bare with me!

For around $150 (give or take) what is the razor you would recommend? Would it be one of the two I mentioned?

Thank you guys in advance!!