Today my first straight showed up in the mail after being honed by Glen. I was going to wait until tomorrow to try it out but...... I had lathered up some MWF and tried the razor on my sideburns and cheeks. Wow, Ive never used a straight and this little kamisori is rad! I was hasty in my prep though it went fine. WTG on each cheek and that was it. I used the blade in the traditional method except for two strokes. A few questions...

I noticed that the blade felt 'suction-cupped' to my face more than a few times. Is this a normal sensation?

I dipped the blade in the sink in between passes, looks like this is an easy way to damage a blade. Im guessing a towel to wipe it on?

Anyways, thanks all. Im sure Ill be here for awhile with lots of questions.
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