Stand?

[Parataxis]

How necessary is a stand for a straight razor? On one hand, I'd assume the scales would protect the blade (unlike with a DE). On the other hand, it looks lonely just sitting there.

Thoughts? Worth the money to get one?

[Austin]

Straight stands are mainly decorative. The scales do protect the blade from harm. If you are interested in displaying your straight buy a stand.

[mdunn]

like ole' austin here says - you dont need one. You can stand it up in a coffee mug, or put them in a cigar rack, or toothbrush holder or cd rack etc.

[Parataxis]

Cool, that's what I figured.

I should be getting my straight in a week or so.. hella excited!

(it's odd, right now I am effectively razorless, in a week, I'll have three - onen straight and two DEs)