I had 3 straights (a Wapi, an Imperial, and a Wade & Butcher) but none of them have been honed yet and I didn't feel I had them up to snuff to send out for honing either so I ordered a Dovo Special from Straight Razor Designs along with Lynn's DVD.

I shaved with it for the first time last night. I didn't get a close shave but I didn't cut myself either. My technique is pretty much non-existent even after watching Lynn's DVD and some Youtube videos. It's a little frustrating after coming from DEs and getting good shaves every time. I know I need to be patient as this is a completely new skill and my technique will get better with more practice.

I just wanted to post this thread to mostly say thanks to all the people who post here that share their knowledge so freely and are so patient with us newbies!