According to Dovo, I'm doing it ALL wrong...

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DOVO - Masterpieces in steel - Interesting facts -

Whoa. I just read this on Dovo's FAQ. I've already read up on the whole "resting" thing, but how can the common knowledge here, be SO different than what the manufacturer suggests? To wit:

"1. How do I look after the straight razor?
The straight razor must be properly looked after in order to ensure the maintenance and long life of this traditional men's accessory. While straight razors made of stainless steel are less demanding, other razors have to be rinsed with clear water and thoroughly dried after each use. When not in use for longer periods, it is recommended that the razor be rubbed with light oil. Likewise, the razor should not be stored in a damp and unaired state. There is no generally valid rule for the whetting (stropping) of straight razors; in many cases, it is sufficient to draw the razor lightly over the ball of the thumb, especially when it has been left unused for several days between shaves. Wet shavers of the old school know that the facet (blade) "grows", i.e. the microscopically discernible and extremely fine "fin" on the cutting edge changes during the shave but returns to its old position afterwards; it stretches and again becomes extremely fine. Nevertheless, this fine "fin" will still wear away at some stage and a suitable strop should then be bought.
There is no common rule for sharpening of razors; sometimes it is sufficient to sharpen it at the ball of the thumb, especially if the razor is not used for several days. People, who often use razors, know: the cutting edge is growing, meaning that the very fine burr on the cutting edge (which can be seen under the microscope) changes whenever the razor is used, but it finally goes back to its old position and will become very fine again. Nevertheless the burr will wear out after a certain period of time, and then the suitable razor strop should be bought."

"5. The straight razor I bought a short time ago no longer shaves properly. Do I have to whet it, and how often is this necessary?
DOVO straight razors are whetted in the factory for use (whetting on leather by hand). If you own a suitable strop, you should nevertheless take into account that the razor must first "rest" after use. After the razor has been carefully rinsed and dried, it should not be used again for at least 24 - 48 hours because the fine "fin" on the cutting edge straightens up again extremely slowly. If the razor is stropped too soon (or stropped incorrectly by moving it backwards and forwards without turning it over), the "fin" which is necessary for a close shave breaks off. Between six and fifteen shaves are possible without stropping in between." (emphasis mine)

Wow. First, I typically fabric strop my carbon razor 30 laps after shaving, to dry it, and heat it to further dry the small grooves, etc., that the cloth can't reach. Just to prevent corrosion. Then I strop it 30 laps on the bridle leather, to save me time on my next shave, where I do it another couple fabrics, and then 30 more on the leather.

According to my first bolded quote, I am ruining the "fin"? It stretches and straightens for a lengthy period after I have shaved?

And the second emphasis I added. THAT certainly, pardon the pun, goes against the grain of what I have read here. Six to Fifteen shaves without stropping? Are we doing it wrong?!