I'm officially an owner

[MattD80]

Thanks to a fellow member's generous PIF, I am now the owner of this Torrey, my first straight. Now to just work up the guts to try it for the first time!

I might even try to do a little polishing...

 

[Doc226]

Nice little razor.

Get it honed and give it a go.

 

[fsturnz]

Nice looking razor. I bet it will shine up nicely. Don't hesitate to jump in...the water is deep, but so much fun!

 

[Lmarkow]

Owning is great, but be a user instead!

 

[Chaloney]

I have a similar-looking one. Mine has a bit of a smile. Does yours? Mine is a great shaver

 

[Carlry]

I started straight razor shaving a month ago. I wouldn't go back for the world. Although I may try my hand at a DE sooner or later. For me it's a very relaxing experience because no matter how busy and crazy your day is, you can't rush the shave.

 

[MattD80]

Yes, I would say it has a slight smile to it

 

[MattD80]

I couldn't wait. I just lathered up the sideburn area and gave it a shot. Kinda hard to get the feel for crossing over to the left side with the right hand. I'm not very ambidextrous. Seems to shave nicely though after getting a feel for the right angle.

 

[pouli]

Congratulations! I am new to this too. I don't think I will ever be able to go back to cartridges. Although I first started because I thought this might be cheaper.....hmmmm

 

[Ru4scuba?]

I couldn't wait. I just lathered up the sideburn area and gave it a shot. Kinda hard to get the feel for crossing over to the left side with the right hand. I'm not very ambidextrous. Seems to shave nicely though after getting a feel for the right angle.

Congrats on your first few passes! With this hurdle overcome, I wish you many happy returns. Str8 shaving takes this wetshaving hobby to a whole new dimension!

 

[KindestCutofAll]

It looks to be in great shape. They are very nice razors.

Once you are proficient with a straight you will truly enjoy it.

Enjoy !!!