Quote Originally Posted by Adamstahly1986 View Post
I just received all the necessary items to start using a straight razor. I shaved for the first time today and I feel like my razor isn't sharp enough. I have a new Dovo 3" full hollow ground but I had a lot of pulling from the razor. I took a hot shower before and washed my face as well as used cream and a brush. Does anyone have any suggestions? I also have a 8000 grit sharpening stone and a strop. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you!
Well, you have a long way to go. Just hang in there and listen to the advice from the experts that you'll receive here. I'm not an expert but, my advice to you would be look at the youtube videos to get an idea of what and how. The key is knowing your face, be patient, don't get in a hurry, and learn correctly or you will get cut a lot! Good Luck to you!