I'll cast another vote for technique. The cheek is easy, which is why Lynn's first shave guide says do just your dominant cheek on your first shave, get good at it, move to the other side...gradually progressing to more difficult areas. Every time I progressed, I'd start nicking myself up again.

I know my blades are nice and sharp from beginning to end, and I have a heavy beard too. There are just places that are hard to shave and, at least initially, you'll leave some stubble behind. I have a spot in the hollow of my throat that is always a little rough, compared to the rest of my face. But I get that with Gillette razors.

Patience. It'll come with time.

Goog