My new SR, strop, and LA DVD came yesterday. I saw the founder shave. I shaved. Since I'm part German, I followed orders, and only did sideburns to lower jawbone. Did I mention opposite side w/ opposite hand? Non-sanguine! Course, I managed to become a blood donor when I finished w/ my DE and a new blade. I'm very pleased with my first effort stropping and shaving w/ a SR. Thanx for the encouragement, and three cheers for getting closer!