Originally Posted by
StraightRazorDave
hhmmm... There are many factors to consider here. Well we know that the razor was properly honed, since Lynn honed it, so that's not the problem. I would say you're either dulling the edge when you strop it before you shave (assuming you stropped before you shaved), or your technique is not to par yet. I'm still pretty new at this, and am still amazed how important technique is when shaving. It could be your blade angle, or even how you stretch the skin. Have you been able to get a decent shave with another razor, or is this your first?
Assuming the razor is still sharp and you haven't dulled it with improper stropping, it's most likely your technique more than anything. It's really hard to give advice for this one, since every face/beard is different. My only piece of advice here to watch the videos of other people straight shaving. I think I've watched all of the videos on youtube that pertain to shaving with a straight, and they were VERY helpful to me in terms of learning technique. Of course with some practice you learn a little more what works specifically for you.
Just keep practicing! I have faith that you'll improve with time :).
Dave