So I just couldnt wait. My razor showed up in the mail yesterday, but the strop, brush and soap wont be here until next week. Decided to say screw it and just use what I have. After a warm shower and lather via shaving gel, I went for it.

My heart was pounding most of the time, but for the most part it went OK. I shaved my whole face WTG on the first pass then re-lathered and went ATG and XTG. Not a totally uncomfortable shave. The quality wasnt great, but with time and the proper equipment I can only improve..... right?