Some horrible news, I took a tumble last Friday and broke my elbow. I am getting administratively separated from the Navy's delayed entry program, and I have to re-enlist when I am well. Hopefully I can get the same job when I re-enlist.
Because of the nature of the fracture I don't even get a rocking cast or anything, just a sling. I am pretty devastated as of now.

A little bright note today all my orders came in and I got my Dovo straight razor, my used Clements King Of Diamonds, strop, brush, soap, and all the little other goodies. I took a warm shower lathered up as best I could and went to work. I only had 3 days growth which is barely 5 o'clock shadow for some of you blokes, but I did a decent job shaving with only my left hand.
I only did my sideburns and checks, but no nicks! I shaved with the Dovo today as it is a 5/8 size and is a little weightier than the other razor, and I thought it would be easier to maneuver. I have to say the first cut was a little terrifying.

I am not sure as to the sharpness of the blades, both were advertised as shaving sharp, but how sharp is sharp? I tried the hanging hair test and neither razor produced the "pop", but I read that those don't mean anything, and it's only shaving power that matters. Stropping was next to impossible for me and I didn't even bother, but once I have some strength and some more facial hair I will try again.
Anyways., thats how my first shave went! Definitely a lot to be improved upon, mainly the lather, and next time i will try a hot towel. I wish i would have got some flavored soap, but maybe I can pick up some of the cheap flavored soap at wal-mart.