another +1 to everyone that said hanging strop, also i would advice getting the 2 inch strop instead of the 3 when your a beginner. Yes u might be more likely to roll your edge , however i believe it really teaches you the x pattern properly, and you can take your time and learn it perfectly, then for luxury sake or whatever is more comfortable to u , can move on the 3 inch. just my .02 cents , but SRD is a great site as well as Vintage blades(lynn hones all there razors as well )