First Shave with Dovo from SRD - achieved Zen and then it all came crashing down...
I have re honed for less!
Opinions may vary, but as a new shaver, you probably want zero doubts in your mind as you bring that blade to your face/neck.
Start out with the best gear you can get and don't sweat making a few mistakes. Using gear you are unsure of will often lead to doubts when your results suffer (is it you or the gear...or worse yet does the flawed gear cause development of bad habits/technique).
Send it in and contemplate buying a backup for these situations that will crop up from time to time.
Welcome to the club...you are not really learning until you screw some stuff up;)
First Shave with Dovo from SRD - achieved Zen and then it all came crashing down...
The last few folks recommend getting a second blade, I know you have your Case. Send them both to Lynn to get them honed? Them you can enjoy the Case and have a two razor rotation.