Maybe i'm wrong, but does Steelforge live in Swindon? If so you may be able to speak nicely to him and get some advice?
I was born in Truro, but left when I was 1 so don't remember much of Cornwall except from holidays.
You will find loads of helpful advice here to get your straight shaves amazing, and I have to say that even though it took me a while to get the great shaves, the process of learning is so enjoyable.
Good luck, let us know how you get on.
Nick