Okay, I think I'm ready to try straights...?

[Thelonius1]

I've seen tons of information regarding taking the jump from DE to Straights. I'm a devoted DE user who would just like to dip my toe into the water, perhaps take an occasional swim. I've seen videos on the how-to, but is anyone aware of a there a primer straight razor shaving?

 

[ouch]

Start here:

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=28547

 

[sturgeon]

Thanks, Ouch! That is a really good tutorial to the str8 experience!

Tim

 

[Thelonius1]

Exactly what I was looking for, thanks!

 

[Defend Tacoma]

Keep us posted if ya decide to give it a go!

 

[Leche]

Enjoy the best way to shave, just don't end up looking at your avatar!

 

[Thelonius1]

Will do gents, checking the BST for a decent starter straight as we speak. I'm open to suggestions from all...

 

[sanfranciscian]

good tip from ouch, sounds like you are starting with the correct attitude, gathering info first is very prudent, and welcome to straights. I hope you get as much enjoyment as i do and please keep us posted.

Ian

 

[RF1963]

Follow this and click on the link to the guide which is a PDF download.

http://www.theinvisibleedge.co.uk/index.html

I found it useful and I can't speak too highly of the service I've received from The Invisible Edge.

Hope you enjoy using straights if you give it a go. At first your shaves won't be up to your DE standard but they do get there and it's a great feeling!

Roy

 

[Defend Tacoma]

If looking for a good starter, it must be shave ready! A fine place for shave ready, reasonably prices straights is www.whippeddog.com. Larry, the shop's proprioter is a regular B&B member, and great to deal with! A BST shave ready straight would be perfect as well!

 

[Luc]

Joel's guide is excellent!!

I also think the Straight Razor Wiki page is a good read: http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/index.php/Straight_Razors