I think I'm doing this backwards

**jpainter** · 08-23-2011, 05:19 PM

I am a new member who has been sucking up info here for a few months and saving $ to buy my first razorand related equipment. Over the weekend my father gifted me with 18 straights that he bought 35 years ago as antiques. When I was sorting through the shoebox trying to determine what was what I realized that maybe 3 of the razors would be in shave ready condition after cleaning buffing and honing. I have decided to postpone the first shave until I have reconditioned at least one of the razors to its former glory. Problem is, I dont know where to start. All of these razors but one are marked Sheffield or Germany. Some obvious starting places would be one of the Wade and Butchers. Other razors also seem very fine but I dont recognize the names. Any suggestions?

**Maximilian** · 08-23-2011, 05:21 PM

Why don't you lay them out and take some nice, close and crisp pictures. That would help us give you an idea where to start.

**bkfist** · 08-23-2011, 05:24 PM

Originally Posted by jpainter

Some obvious starting places would be one of the Wade and Butchers. Other razors also seem very fine but I dont recognize the names. Any suggestions?

My two favorite straights are W&B

**jpainter** · 08-23-2011, 05:47 PM

My wife lost my camera at the fair! The only camera I have right now is on my Droid.

**ace** · 08-23-2011, 06:15 PM

Any photos are better than none.

**tekbow** · 08-23-2011, 06:36 PM

we love photo's especially heirloom collections, you lucky lucky man

**ScottGoodman** · 08-23-2011, 09:27 PM

Lucky you, your father rocks!

Please note: NO RAZOR IS SHAVE READY AFTER BEING BUFFED.

No matter their condition, please don't try to start shaving with one until it has been properly honed. I would hate to see you start out with a razor that I would bet is NOT ready for a tender face. There are some guys here that are real pro's at restoration, their workmanship is amazing...check out the classified's.

I'll make a deal with you. If you purchase a quality (not meaning expensive, but stay away from ebay) strop, brush, and soap, I'll hone one of your razors for you...just cover the shipping Pick out one that is in good condition (again, some pics would be nice so some good advice could be given as Max mentioned) and PM me for further instructions.

**tekbow** · 08-23-2011, 09:35 PM

take this offer!

**pinklather** · 08-23-2011, 10:15 PM

Originally Posted by shooter74743

I'll make a deal with you. If you purchase a quality (not meaning expensive, but stay away from ebay) strop, brush, and soap, I'll hone one of your razors for you...just cover the shipping Pick out one that is in good condition (again, some pics would be nice so some good advice could be given as Max mentioned) and PM me for further instructions.

Bravo, Shooter. Once again the help here is incredible. Thank you for continuing the tradition.

**paco664** · 08-23-2011, 10:43 PM

take that offer.....

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