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  1. 08-20-2012, 02:42 PM #1
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    Cool Oklahoma City, reporting in

    Complete newb here.

    I've been reading wicked_edge on reddit for several months and landed over here while researching DE razors I looked at in antique shops this weekend. Found some Schick injector razors (I was puzzled by them until I found them on the internet this morning), a GEM Micromatic, a Gillette Milady and a mountain of straight razors. I didn't pull the trigger on any of them because I thought they were overpriced compared to some of the hauls I've read about in WE.

    I don't yet own a DE because I'm the type of person who will research it into the ground before I make a purchase.

    Are there any relatively comprehensive websites to help identify razors? I'm mostly interested in concise/quick reference sites but I'm not against filling my head with as much knowledge as possible :)

    Thanks!
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    Welcome to the community!

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    Welcome to B+B!

    Sounds like you have a case of the OCD like me, you will fit right in here!
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    Quote Originally Posted by sparco View Post
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    Welcome to B&B.

    If you haven't already done so, take a look at this post. It will answer many of your questions.
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    Welcome aboard, scmitdtmj! It's hard to go wrong with a Gillette Tech for your first razor. Mild, but very capable and forgiving. They are widely available and show up regularly in B/S/T.

    Soap preferences vary, but Cella, Proraso, or the shave sticks like ARKO are fairly easy to get ahold of and widely appreciated.

    A good blade sampler is a nice place to start to get the lay of the land that works for you.
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    Welcome to the forum. Research is part of the fun and enjoyment. Your reseach for a research site ends at B and B. You've arrived-good luck!
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    Quote Originally Posted by schmidtmj View Post
    Complete newb here.

    I've been reading wicked_edge on reddit for several months and landed over here while researching DE razors I looked at in antique shops this weekend. Found some Schick injector razors (I was puzzled by them until I found them on the internet this morning), a GEM Micromatic, a Gillette Milady and a mountain of straight razors. I didn't pull the trigger on any of them because I thought they were overpriced compared to some of the hauls I've read about in WE.

    I don't yet own a DE because I'm the type of person who will research it into the ground before I make a purchase.

    Are there any relatively comprehensive websites to help identify razors? I'm mostly interested in concise/quick reference sites but I'm not against filling my head with as much knowledge as possible :)

    Thanks!
    OKC here also. Welcome to B&B. I know of a few antiques stores where you can probably pick up a few DE's on the cheap. Can also PIF you some Arko, various blades, etc. holla atcha boi. :)
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  14. 08-26-2012, 07:07 PM #14
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  15. 08-26-2012, 09:59 PM #15
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    Today was my first DE shave and I just came back and read this thread again to see what was said...

    Good call on the Tech. I actually ended up finding one and used it without remembering this post. It was definitely a nice shave. I had a problem with my neck, but I'm sure that'll get better as I get accustomed to the proper pressure/angle.

    Quote Originally Posted by g-flyer View Post
    Welcome aboard, scmitdtmj! It's hard to go wrong with a Gillette Tech for your first razor. Mild, but very capable and forgiving. They are widely available and show up regularly in B/S/T.

    Soap preferences vary, but Cella, Proraso, or the shave sticks like ARKO are fairly easy to get ahold of and widely appreciated.

    A good blade sampler is a nice place to start to get the lay of the land that works for you.
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