Bryan, don't be discouraged.Practice makes perfect. And even then you'll still have a bad day. There are times I go months without a nick-then there are BAD weeks.THIS IS ONE OF THEM for me!! Saturday, I managed to nick my ear-by not paying attention. And today I managed to let my DOVO Bismarck get out of control inflicting a nice horizontal 1/4" nick on my left cheek.

Believe me, when you get the technique down pat-and YOU WILL, if you take your time, you will be amazed at how nice a Str8 shave can be. Its worth the trial and tribulation.