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    Hi Everyone,

    I am new to the world of straight razors. Well I learned it from my dad long time ago. But never stuck too it!

    I am reading up a bit on the wiki of the site. And am finding all the information a bit too overwhelming to begin with. From what i read, is this a good choice:

    1. 6/8 razor.
    2. Half hollow.

    I searched online a bit and found this:

    Amazon.com: DOVO Spanish Oak 6/8 Straight Razor Set: Health & Personal Care

    Just wanted to know is this too much to invest for a beginner? If yes, could you tell me something much more reasonable and good buying choice.

    Time to be a MAN!

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    Well I was just looking around, Amazon is just one of my favorite places to shop, that is why i look there first.

    So what you are saying is, if i get it from the links you sent, they will be properly honed and sharpened for the first few shaves?

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    Yeah sorta some places hone them all, some places charge extra for the honing, and just to be clear there is a huge difference in comfort between a "Factory Sharpened razor" and a "Professionally Honed razor"

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    So in that site.... should i look for the "Professionally Honed" razors?

    And what is the difference between a carbon steel and stainless steel? Is there any actual difference in shaving/durability/comfort/maintenance?

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    ONe more question... i read the honing stones section. To start with do i need all the different types of stones mentioned (1k, 4k, 8k and 10k+) or just 4000 and 8000 will be enough?

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    I do believe that you will need a 12000 too, but don't take my word for it.

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    As far as I know, carbon is harder and more difficult to hone, but will hold an edge longer.

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    If I were you, I would get used to shaving, stropping and face prep BEFORE getting into honing.

    It makes the learning curve a little less steep and your face will thank you
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    Hang on and enjoy the ride...

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    Ok. Its just that i don't know much of it. I only knew i need a brush, cream and a razor. But after reading, got confused a bit.

    So what should be my shopping list?

    Razor, Brush, Soap and a Strop?

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    Yes. You might want an alum block as well, or sceptic pencil, in case you get razor burn, or cut yourself "which you most definitely will" ;-)
    Oh and aftershave lotion/balm

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