Bought a new T&I straight razor from AoS (I know, I probably paid too much...) It seems sharp, but now I read on here (and other sites) that it may not be shave ready. I'm brand new at straight razor shaving. Cut myself a bit the first time, probably because I need to practice and be more patient. Do I need to get it honed though?

And about stropping: I bought a Dovo strop with a leather side and a canvas side. AoS insisted I needed T&I strop paste, but I really don't know what to do with it. Does it go on the leather or canvas side (I've found information on forums that say both). Please help!

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