Thread: Getting rid of a Straight Razor

Now that I have your attention and I feel like I might get some backlash for the title, let me explain myself.

I have a friend who wants to get her husband a straight razor for Christmas and doesn't want to spend a lot to outfit him. She knows that he wants a straight razor also. So I have been contemplating about giving her one of mine. In fact i was thinking of giving her the Dubl Duck for a discreet price. Let's just say she wouldn't be able to get it in this condition pretty much anywhere. I feel that while every blade should be cherished what better way to spread enthusiasm for straight shaving than to provide to those less fortunate. My question for you is do you think this is a good idea. It's got a good edge and no pitting. I just like the way that heavier grinds feel during a shave. There may be a day that I like full and extra hollows but I am not sure.

If the razor doesn't speak to you I can see nothing better then to pass it to another. Especially when bringing a newbie into the fold. Make sure to have her direct him here if you do decided to part with the duck.

Is her husband also your friend?

If so, you really ought to loan him some stuff and get a good idea of what he actually likes...better still, get together with him and teach him what you know.

The result will likely be a happier shaver...and you will also be able to help her get a razor he actually likes instead of one you don't.

The worst possible outcome would be, you regretting getting rid of a razor you later decide you would like...to a guy that hates it...and chips it or otherwise damages it as he learns the hard way about what not to do....and decides that straight shaving is stupid...and goes out and buys a box of disposables. For the love of God, man! Do not let this happen!!!

Originally Posted by unit

Is her husband also your friend?

Yeah he is. I do plan on giving him advise on use and storage. Right now it's an idea I have mulling around in my mind.

Purchase a good shaver in the classified section above for $50.00 or give him one of your own, of lesser status, for free.
It will come back to you in a good deed someday , from someone.

Well if a new person to the forum can chime in a bit...i am new to straight razor shaves as well. Technically I might not even be considered that because I shave with a Parker shavette so that tells you something. I can honestly say that if I had some one that was willing to do something like you are mulling around in your mind, I know I would greatly appreciate it. I have been out of work for seven months and could not afford to buy a real one so I opted for this. Having someone do that for me would really show that you can really mentor someone and care enough to do that for a person. I talk to the guys on my dart team and tell them all the great stuff about shaving with one and all the people with knowledge that could really help out..yes I guess you can say I am trying to make converts but in any event I am sure that what you decide would have a tremendous impact on that person..as it has been said it would get paid forward many times over..
I wait for the day (albeit slowly because my boys are little) that they can shave and I can teach them and hopefully pass down whatever razors I pick up along the way when I get back on my feet..

Just my two cents.
Regardless of what you give that person it will probably be with more in karma and good feeling than the razor itself

I have a nicked up (but still very use-able) poor-mans strop I will donate to your cause. It is not pretty, but it kept my razors shave ready for the first few weeks...and I did not screw up a good strop during that time

My vote would be to give him something a little less.....valuable? Especially since its his first. Just my $0.02

If you can emotionally afford to let the SR go, then I'd say go for it. It's a great way to get someone started in the wonderful world of SR shaving. Any help like that in life is always appreciated.

I think it's a great idea. Just give it to her for your price and that's it. Whatever happens to it she bought it so it's then hers to give. It's not some high end custom razor so don't sweat the value.