Hi everyone. I have read the forum for awhile, and had been shaving with a Dovo shavette. I recently ordered a Dovo 5/8" straight razor, which I picked up sharpened and shave ready from an apothecary. I have watched stropping videos and tutorials and have stripped accordingly.

Result: so far, I hate my straight razor because it feels like an awful shave. I greatly prefer the shavette. Am I doing something wrong? Is there something wrong with my razor?

Any and all suggestions are most appreciated. Thanks!

Bill