Gotcha. Makes sense that really. I need to take stock of the shave and make note of areas that are difficult to get smooth, making a point of trying a different method on them the next time. I like the single blade idea too Chief cheers for that. It`s not sounding like my razor is ideal at the moment, even though I`ve got it silly sharp it`s not a trusted and known brand on the forum. I have three actually, two are "Best Brand" yeeeeah I know, you don`t have to say it ! lol and one is "Imperial Shave UK" It`s sounds like I`d be better off picking up a trusted razor to make sure I`ve actually got a blade that can hold a true shave ready edge....