Quote Originally Posted by markdfhr View Post
Yep, Patrick. I think it comes with more experience that you learn to quickly back off whenever a hang-up happens. With your experience, which included having a light touch, and a bit of luck, you saved yourself a cut. I think that's encouraging for anyone new to straight shaving that things only get better with time.
My technique has developed to where I only have the weight of the razor creating its own pressure with none from me. It really helps going ATG/XTG on my neck and under my jaw line. For myself, I just take my time and enjoy my shave.