couple issues for new str8 shaver

[Bill S]

Or possibly the edge hit something when i set it down on the sink...

--Dan

That is the most likely cause, assuming you weren't aware of any other contact involving the edge and something hard. A towel is an unlikely suspect.

I would recommend sending it back for re-honing and asking Lynn or Don for some advice on an appropriate brush and soap/cream. They have some great stuff that isn't overly costly and would be glad to point you in the right direction. They could ship everything back to you in one package and you would be good to go.