So I have been having my first straight razor shaves, every night for the past week. My question is this, Is the blade proper sharp? The reason I ask is that I feel quite a bit of resistance when shaving ATG. When I force it, I get little micro cuts and some irritation. I am shaving with a brand new Dovo Prima Klang I purchased from straight razor designs. Their reputation seems to be solid and according to the website they do hone every razor to shave ready state before shipping. So could it be my technique (99% sure this is the case) or just a limitation of the straight razor technology. I do have an extremely thick beard with very very coarse hair. Anyone else in the same boat?
p.s. I do 60 laps before each shave. on the strop... not the football field. and am shaving with proraso shave cream.