Finally got one.

[adamant]

I've done it, finally. I just purchased a Wester De-Fi 5/8 from RayG, listed over on SRP. I also purchased a Filly strop from RupRazor. Anything else I'm missing to get started?

I'm really looking forward to shaving with this!

 

[crankymoose]

a styptic pencil

other then that you should be good to go, good luck

 

[adamant]

a styptic pencil

other then that you should be good to go, good luck

I've got that from my DE adventures!

 

[braxis]

Congrats on the plunge

 

[professorchaos]

Just time. That first shave takes a while.

 

[Hawkeye5]

You found a good razor from an excellent seller. You are already ahead in the straight razor games. I see so many new users with poor steel and dull edges. I understand trying to save a buck or not having much disposable income, in particular for students (heck, I went to college on the GI Bill). But the steel is just not something to cut corners with. Have fun.

 

[netsurfr]

Congratulations on taking the plunge! Welcome to the journey...

 

[just1nsturm]

Try just lathering parts of your face, one at a time. My first shave took so long, by the time i finished my cheeks, the lather on the neck was really dry. It just adds to fustration. And I underestimated the importance of careful face stretching when I started. Especially in the neck area. Good luck with your first shave! It becomes more pleasurable with each shave.