You gentlemen have been a wealth of knowledge here...I began shaving with my Boker King Cutter about 2 weeks ago (after switching from a Parker Shavette 2 weeks before that). I have encountered very little nicks/cuts on my face as a result (all were very minor). My stropping is slow and seems to be good.

Is it common for you to take nearly 45-50 minutes to shave? I am having some problems with my 2nd and 3rd passes. I think my angle is good, but I'm concerned about cutting myself. I am using Colonel Conk's soap which seems to be good (any opinions?)

I have been using warm towel to soak on my face before and after, and really like the feel of the straight razor shave. My neck area isn't nearly as broken out/irritated as I encountred with the electric razor. I am, however having issues with getting all the hair on my neck without going through 4-5 passes. Any suggestions?

Thank you for the help.