Hello all,
Two months ago my girlfriend gave my my first straight razor as a birthday gift. (Dovo, entry model, and a paddle strop. Still had a brush lying around here) I'd been telling ppl I'd been wanting to try shaving with a straight for a while.

I've been reading many posts here for tips, read the pdf tutorial, which was great, and just started trying.

I'm amazed with how fast one can learn this skill. Two passes is great, and I can get a visually good shave this way. However the ATG pass is definitely needed for an acceptable smooth shave. But whenever I try the third pass I get the worst razorburn ever. Tried using less pressure on the blade, which helps a bit. But I can't help to think my razor isnt sharp enough for the job. I can get it smooth allright, but not without the burn, which lasts for at least 3 hours.

Should I get into honing the blade? Or do some of you have some other tips or suggestions.

Thanks