Hi everyone,

I just registered and wanted to introduce myself. I got my thiers issard razor today and just did (or at least tried) my first straight razor shave on my own.

I beard is course and I had not shaved for several days. I did three passes (along, across and against the grain) and was not able to pick everything up. Needless to say, I also nicked myself a few times.

My concern is this: is it normal to not get a close shave on the first try. I know that there is a steep learning curve with this but want to make sure I am at least on the right track.

Thanks,

Ben2010