Hi From Nottingham

J

Jasper1970

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Hi all,

Just wanted to introduce myself and see if there are any other straight razor users in Notts from whom I can get some Information on Honing, stropping and suppliers of shaving accessories.
My wife has bought me a Dovo 'Black Star' straight razor and a strop for my birthday and although I have always been a 'wet' shaver, straight razors are all a bit new to me so any local suppliers, or barbers shops where I might get a few lessons would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
 
Hi Jason

Welcome to TSR.

Perhaps you could be in touch with this gang who are based near you?

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Hi & very welcome Jasper, Fraid I haven't been in Nottingham since the early 60s (19 rather than 18) when I visited Agrati Sales & Service, St. Mark's St in connection with a record breaking Garelli m/cycle.

JohnnyO. \
 
Welcome, I'm not sure about availability of lessons, most of us have just learnt through trial and error, watching vids, asking questions and taking it one step at a time.

First things first though, unless you've been told otherwise that razor is unlikely to be "shave ready" so don't shave with it yet.
 
Hi Jasper, welcome to TSR! Used to live in Nottingham but the closest I ever got to a razor was going to the Hairport for my haircuts. Don't think they know anything about straight razors but thought I'd get in a mention for a shop that was always very pleasant to visit. You've probably seen that there is a straight razor area to this forum and no doubt it will help you with any questions you might have.
 
Wow,

Great response, thanks guys.

Have had a good read on the straights forum (great threads Neil), doesn't seem quite as scarey now.

Might have to re-read the honig again though, that does sound a bit more complex.

Thanks for all the help guys.

Jasper
 
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