Thread: Just ordered my first straight.

Welcome to the world of Str8s. Nice razor and congrats on the first shave. if you thought the blade was smooth and effortless from the factory, wait until you try a shave after it has been properly honed.

Yes, im definitely going to send it out to be honed, but right now I just want to practice a bit of shaving.

I stropped the razor yesterday after my shave and tried the hanging hair test and it popped the hair instantly. I have a feeling this has been honed.

Is it possible since knifecenter is offering these old forgings that they have someone honing them?

A very good and magnificent blade, such as....

all french's blade , it's a really good choice

Originally Posted by Ibreakstuff

Yes, im definitely going to send it out to be honed, but right now I just want to practice a bit of shaving.

I stropped the razor yesterday after my shave and tried the hanging hair test and it popped the hair instantly. I have a feeling this has been honed.

Is it possible since knifecenter is offering these old forgings that they have someone honing them?

I had a razor I honed pass the hanging hair test a couple of days ago, but when I shaved with it, I realized it was not shave ready. The HHT is not a valid indicator of the shave readiness of a razor.

Check the classifieds and send it to a professional and you will be shocked at the difference.

Congrats!!! Beautiful razor. Do NOT send to anyone other than Lynn to hone. It will come back to you perfect. I like your idea to get a practice razor. Did the same myself and was very happy to avoid worrying about messing up a good instrument.

That's beautiful. I've never tried a TI, though I've seen ones I'd like to try.

I hope it serves you well for decades. If it isn't an instant love affair - hang on to it. As your skills develop, you'll find blades you didn't like - shave very well. (Dovo Stainless micarta was the one I almost sold).