Decided to make the leap from my shavette which I have been using for 2 years now. getting barber close shaves with the red blade. I purchased 3 straight razors. a Dovo, a Boker and a Heinkels. All 3 were sharpened by "Classic Shaving". I have not had a close shave with any of the blades. The Shavette out performs them all.
I soften my beard as usual, use a pre shave oil and a quality soap/cream. I have tried different angles, stropped the razors and tried numerous times still can not get a close shave. Any suggestions?