I have two straight razors. One is a Dovo Sculptor 277, what I purchased years ago. The other is a Fromm 72R, that I bought just over a year ago.

The Dovo is a much smaller blade than the Fromm and it's not in as good a condition. However, I noticed that when I shave ATG, I get a far closer shave with the smaller blade of the Dovo. I've taken to starting my shave with the Fromm, and finishing with the Dovo.

I find the Dovo is easier to maneuver on my face due to the smaller size of the blade.

Incidentally, I'm still very new to straight razor shaving, so I don't shave with one everyday. I -as a rule- tend to shave with them on days that I'm off from work. (i.e. When I have time to take it slowly and be careful). I don't want to rush when using a straight razor. Still I don't get as close a shave, thus far, as I get from a modern disposable. Overall, how long until I can get a really, really smooth and comfortable shave with a straight razor?