DCB2,
It's great that you are getting "passable shave with no cuts" now.
Like you, I was considering not SR shaving everyday because of the time it took, but I decided to just start my morning routine earlier. As a result, I've cut my time by 1/3 to 1/2 (depending on number of passes). I've posted before the mantra from Jump Master School: Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast. It takes time to 'unlearn' the lessons and muscle memory stored up from decades of electric razors and multi-blade plastics. Enjoy the learning process and make it a priority.
Best of luck for continued and increased success.