Before you hone that razor, read the following links and then strop the razor up 40-60 light strokes before each shaving attempt and give it a couple more tries. The problem is usually not the razor in your situation.

http://straightrazorpalace.com/begin...ead-first.html

http://straightrazorpalace.com/begin...icipation.html

Have fun

Quote Originally Posted by whiskertango View Post
Thank you guys. All of you have been extremely helpful. To answer cangooner - - i got it from vintagebladesllc....and I use glycerin soap (mastering the right soap consistency was pretty easy) And you are probably right about rolling the edge. The first time I stropped I know now that I was putting to much pressure onto the blade..but I know a guy that can hone a straight razor....once again guys thank you so much....and I'm about to dive head first into that wiki.