Drying the razor... I do live in a very dry area out here in CA so humidity isn't a problem (except keeping your face moist through the whole shave). I was reading of some people having problems with surface rust in the pivot area. How about using a hair dryer (providing you don't get it too hot to touch)?

So far I was leaning towards the Bergischer Lowe until someone mentioned coarse beards and full hollows being too thin/flexible. Anything to that?