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    Hi,
    I have not yet purchased a razor but have my eye on Dovo 'Olive Wood' razor from dovorazors.com but was wondering if the price of approx price of $160 was a bit excessive for a first razor? Don`t really want anything with plastic scales. Thanks

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    I don't believe it's to much. Remember its not a disposable so its going cost a bit. My first razor was $279.
    Shaving with facial hair is like a golfcourse. It's a challenge of rough and fairways. You are the skilled greenskeeper of your face?

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    Well, I would agree with the previous poster.
    One way of looking at it is that it will, if properly cared for, be all you need for the rest of your life.
    Now, unless you are a very old man, that makes it a very sound investment indeed
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    I would't start with one that high.. There are plenty out there that you can get for lower prices. You may not even like it... Unless, of course you have deep pockets.. Then fire away!
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    Guys, just a friendly reminder that valuations are not allowed at SRP. A razor is worth as much as you are willing to pay for it; there are simply too many variables involved to give an objective response.

    Best regards,

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    If it were me, I'd start with a shave ready vintage razor from the classifieds - just to see how you go.
    Let us know what you decide.
    Hang on and enjoy the ride...

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    I can argue this both ways...one thing for certain in my mind, it is a great idea to start out with a good razor that is professionally honed and SHAVE READY.

    Starting out with luxury equipment will not guarantee better results, but starting out with substandard equipment WILL guarantee poor results.

    I started with a well honed and shave ready vintage clunker (100% business and 0% good looks) and within a week bought a Hart razor. Having used both in my first weeks, I would say there is merit to either one, and I have no regrets. If that razor calls to you, buy it...you will likely put in the effort to learn to use it properly since it is a considerable investment
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    Quote Originally Posted by Wintchase View Post
    I would't start with one that high.. There are plenty out there that you can get for lower prices. You may not even like it... Unless, of course you have deep pockets.. Then fire away!
    I agree more with this post but i can see other ways of thinking.

    If you think that the price is to high it probably is for you. There are not as pretty but cheaper alternatives to start with.

    Plastic scales are great for a first razor. {Or for a tenth!}

    If you are at all interested in honing etc. you will make mistakes. Don't buy one that makes you uncomfortable in taking 10 years off of the life of the blade while you are learning.

    Tim

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    I'll take the frugal approach, and counsel you to not buy a razor... not yet, anyway. What to do? Borrow one! Hell, borrow two, three, even four! My point is this: Borrowing a shave-ready straight razor will let you see if straight-razor shaving is really for you -- if it is, perhaps with a wedge, but not a full-hollow ground; perhaps with a round or French point, but not a spike; perhaps with a 5/8 or 6/8, but not with a 4/8 or a 9/8. I believe that once you've determined "yay" or "nay", you'll be better equipped to make a (potentially) large investment in a straight razor. But know this: It's not just the razor -- there's a brush, soap or cream, a strop, and perhaps aftershave or cologne. As Hy Goldenberg was fond of saying: "Two of anything is the start of a collection."

    Smooth shaving!

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    I would point out to you that factory edges aren't routinely the best for shaving. There are vendors which will guarantee the edge is shave ready.......and some willing to hone it more than once for the initial purchase price. As far as cost you can get the same great shave from an Ebay save as you can from a custom or anything in between and as with a great deal your are going to discover on the straight razor journey there are many variables and your preferences will change as you travel the adventure.
    YMMV
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