I have two of those dumb questions, Before I decided that I was going to start shaving with a straight razor I read everything I could about it. I had read somewhere that one should train himself to be able to use the razor in either the left or right hand to shave with. This is the way I started out several months ago. I am still using both hands with my shave. Does anyone have any input on this method? When it comes to my chin area I hold the razor much like a knife between my thumb and index finger. Is there a better way or is this correct?

Next question is I again read somewhere that it is best to strop your razor after a said amount of time to allow the blade to correct itself. I find that I like to strop at night before I go to bed so I can get straight out of the shower in the morning shave and hit the road (About 17 hours between shave & Strop). Is there anything wrong with this method or have I read someones personal thoughts and this is misinformation?

Kevin