I have four straight shaves under my belt now and I'm hooked. I have the Filly strop in the mail, and I'm already looking at other razors to buy. I have a 9/16 razor that is probably either a 1/4 grind (if that means almost a wedge, or would that be 3/4?). Is that easier to learn on compared to a hollow ground razor?

Also, what is the secret to getting a close shave with only WTG passes? I tried going XTG and ATG and I'm just not ready for those passes-- lots of tugging and the resulting bloodbath. So I'm going to stick with only WTG passes. However, I can't seem to get a presentable shave with only WTG. I'm cursed with hair that lies very flat against my face. I've seen videos of people only doing 1 WTG pass, and they seem to look very clean-shaven. What's the secret? Steeper angle? Scythining? Sharper blade?