OK guys..I'm going to try it...now age 70, and it's now or never! Getting tired of the Fusion, but the shave obtained really isn't all that bad! Hoping that the straight razor yields objectively better results. It IS hard to separate fact from fiction when it comes to shaving, and all of the appurtances used in the application of a straight razor shave seem to have proponents and critics. Seems to be lots of opinions, and such opinions will obviously vary. Nevertheless, let's get to the subject at hand.
So, I need a suggestion as to a first straight razor. I am certain that such question has been asked numerous times here, and of course there is no "right" answer. I thought I might start with one of the Feather razors, but I have read varying reviews. Then I thought I would go right to the "real thing", but which one? I realize one can buy a razor off Ebay, but how does one know if the razor is honed correctly, and in the condition it "should be"? Thus, I thought the most reliable course would be to purchase a razor from a well known source...one of the firms cited here makes sense. Half hollow, stainless steel, 5/8 inch, curved tip...no need for a unique handle...any thoughts?
Thanks.
Elliot