So now that I am a pretty dedicated DE user having ditched the 5 bladed RSO (Razor Shaped Object) I decided that the next logical step was a SR, so after looking around I ordered the unseen deal from WhippedDog (Refurbished Shave Ready razor and a poor mans strop) I figured it was an inexpensive way to try SR.

My questions are as follows:

1) Currently I just use a pre-shave oil, then put a little of the cream on the brush and lather on my face, From reading it seems that SR prep is a bit more involved, do U all feel that it would be worthwhile to get a bowl etc and make a proper lather before shaving? Or am I ok with my current pre-shave/swirl it on method?

2) If I find that I like the SR shave, how often will I need to send the blade out to be re-honed if I strop before/after shaving? (I don't trust myself to do honing, I've tried with knives in the last and really made a mess) If it's going to be often, what do you all think of the SR's that you put half a DE blade in?

At this time, given my time constraints, I will most likely continue my daily routine with the DE and maybe Sunday mornings' will be the "treat" with the SR for me.....


Thanks for any advice in advance!!