I just read this article http://straightrazorpalace.com/strop...rstropped.html from Alan and I have a question if there is a way to figure out if I ruined my edge by stropping with too much pressure. My I have only shaved with my Dovo Best 6/8 a few times, but I got it from SRD, so I know it came shave ready. First shave obviously didn't go great, but I know a got a few good strokes in where it really felt smooth. This morning I shaved about 75% of my face and I honestly don't think I got a single really smooth stroke. Lots of irritation afterwards. Not very pleasant.

I am sure my technique is the main cause of these problems, but is there a way to know if I dulled the edge by stropping with too much pressure? I tried the HHT and I have no idea if I was doing it right, but it would not cut the hair.

Also, if I did dull the edge, is there anything I can do without honing stones or strop paste?

Any feedback would be great.

Ryan