Need some assistance with my new obsession.

[MADSTEEZE]

So I've shaved with my first SR three times.
I got it three days ago.
It's a Dovo Inox Stainless 5/8 round point Olivewood.

I want to buy another razor. Correction, I'm going to buy another razor. My need for assistance comes in with not knowing what to buy. I spend time browsing and can't pick one to purchase easily over another.

I'm aware based on what I've read that preference is prominent in what razors become favored. I'm also aware of what's considered to be a good style of razor for a beginner. I think I'm okay with getting something that isn't a round point. I'm definitely okay with a razor over 5/8.
I should also note that I'm very careful and have a lot of patience with the actual act of shaving and stropping. I don't see myself becoming careless and ruining a razor anytime soon.

Anyhow, I'd like to ask for some all time favorite suggestions so that I could narrow down the selection of razors to choose from. I am usually on SRP on my mobile and apologize if a similar thread has been done already.

My parameters are pretty open. Budget isn't really a concern though I'm not anxious to spend $500-$600 on my second razor.

So, thank you in advance SRP. I appreciate all of your contributions to this very encouraging and enabling site.

Kind Regards,

Alex

[edhewitt]

Firstly I would strongly suggest using the razor you have for a while longer, until you have your technique under control. However I realize that it is unlikely that you will listen
Have you had a look at what is available from dovo, theirs issard, ralf Aust, Boker and revisor, as far as I am aware they are the mainstays of quality new production razors. I should say that I haven't used or own any of them, I suggest looking so that you can identify some design cues that appeal to you. As it stands you will get 100 different answers from 100 different guys.
Another good source of nice razors would be our classifieds section if vintage appeals to you.

[Utopian]

Firstly I would strongly suggest using the razor you have for a while longer, until you have your technique under control. However I realize that it is unlikely that you will listen
Have you had a look at what is available from dovo, theirs issard, ralf Aust, Boker and revisor, as far as I am aware they are the mainstays of quality new production razors. I should say that I haven't used or own any of them, I suggest looking so that you can identify some design cues that appeal to you. As it stands you will get 100 different answers from 100 different guys.
Another good source of nice razors would be our classifieds section if vintage appeals to you.

I completely agree with this, but also agree that you are unlikely to listen. So...

You probably want something different from what you have, so I would also suggest the Classifieds first and then, amongst the current production razors, Ralf Aust. Among the current production makers, Aust's seem to be the most consistent in my limited experience and opinion. Since your first razor is a 5/8, I suggest that you try either a 6/8 or 7/8. Try to not jump up to anything any bigger than that yet.

[RobinK]

I completely agree with this, but also agree that you are unlikely to listen.

One can always try. Getting another razor at this point in time is a waste of time. Not necessarily money, but time. An additional razor, especially one that is markedly different, will make the learning curve longer and harder.

But I also agree that...

[Haroldg48]

As usual, I'm too late, but just for your next purchase, I'd suggest trying a different grind (heavier) which are most easily found in vintage. You say you know what you prefer, but that's hard to swear to if you've only used one type. The Aust you have on the way is a fine razor (I have one) but is very similar to the Dovo. Keep that in mind as you continue to browse and buy your next (which you & I both know you will).

[MADSTEEZE]

As usual, I'm too late, but just for your next purchase, I'd suggest trying a different grind (heavier) which are most easily found in vintage. You say you know what you prefer, but that's hard to swear to if you've only used one type. The Aust you have on the way is a fine razor (I have one) but is very similar to the Dovo. Keep that in mind as you continue to browse and buy your next (which you & I both know you will).

Thanks for the suggestion.

With knowing what is preferred I meant that I acknowledge that the general trend seems to be providing an answer stating that everyone has their own preference so suggesting one razor being better than another is too inaccurate and that I will find my own preference with time and experience. So I was basically disclaiming that I understood telling me what razor would be best for me wouldn't be easy, but that I supposed I preferred to hear others favorites and look for commonalities.

Either way, thank you. I definitely would like to try all options over time. Even the crazy war sword looking customs.

[MADSTEEZE]

One can always try. Getting another razor at this point in time is a waste of time. Not necessarily money, but time. An additional razor, especially one that is markedly different, will make the learning curve longer and harder.

But I also agree that...

This is a very fair point and definitely noted.

I plan to stay in the same style of razor size and point for now. I do like variety and often obsess with hobbies of mine, so additional acquisitions will probably be inevitable.

[Daniele]

I'd strongly recommend you get your razor properly honed.
Unless you've bought it from a retailer who have explicitly stated that they hone it before sale it will have a lot better shave to give than you're currently getting.

My first SR was a dovo and my face glowed from razor burn after I used it straight out of the box.

Before buying a second razor you should get the most out of that one.

[MADSTEEZE]

Thanks for the opinions.

The razor I have was honed and is providing me with a decent shave experience. I think at this point that falls more on my lack of technique than on the razor itself.

[MADSTEEZE]

I've been looking at them on the SRD site. 6/8 is what I'm leaning towards.

How much trickier is a square point to a round point? Should I stay with round for now or do I ride in to the danger zone??