I had cause to borrow someones electric razor yesterday. From that I have learnt two things.

1) There is technique and skill to be learnt in using a straight. The only skill in using an electric shaver is the ability to hold the razor.

2) The electric took very little hair off and the shave I was left with made very little difference in the closeness of my shave.

You have a very steep learning curve ahead of you and I dont envy you. Anything I can do to help- just PM me or post a message.