Hi everyone,

I'm just getting into straights, ordered my first razor from the classifieds yesterday, and first, I wanted to thank everyone for the amazing information here.

I have a beard (nearly impossible to keep it even with cartridges, and don't get me started on them clogging), and I was wondering if anyone had any tips or adaptations to Lynn's recommendations for the first few shaves to help me keep the beard intact while I'm learning? Or should I sacrifice it until I'm comfortable using the straight?

Thanks very much!
Greg