When I make the move

[jbcohen]

To a straight I would like a type that is not going to rust so that I can learn and take the process slow. I understand that there are stainless steel straights, do these resist rust? What type do I need?

[jnich67]

Stainless is more resistant to rust than carbon blades, but if you don't treat them right, they will stain or rust at some point.

I try to keep water away from the shank and pin area. I dry the razor well after each use and leave it out and open for 15 minutes or so to air dry. I've never had a problem with rust on any carbon blade. If you have A/C in the summer, I don't think you should have a problem either. There are a lot more carbon blades around then stainless, so don't miss out on a good razor just because its carbon. Its not that big a deal.

The more common stainless razors are the Dovos (Inox) and the Henckels Friodurs. John Crowley has some stainless Wackers at shavingshop.com as well.

Jordan

[Orgborn]

Keeping a blade from rusting is the easiest maintainace involved with a straight razor. Without proper care, stainless steel will rust as well.

[qhsdoitall]

Plenty of razors available in stainless or carbon steel. You take care of your DE razors so they don't rust right? Do the same for a straight and you don't have to worry.

[Mottern Man]

Dry it well when you are done shaving (stroping after the shave works pretty well).

No rust to worry about then.

Also keep the scales from getting wet at all.