Hello - brand new to this forum. I've been using a DE safety razor for 1 1/2 years and just started with the straight. I'm using a Boker King Cutter and have not yet found the right technique. First attempt left too much, second and third attempts left me feeling it. My wife wants me to give it up for fear I'll cut myself badly, she may be right. But sticking with it for now, I'll put it away for a few days and break it back out when I have time to work the technique. I'd really love to get this down so hopefully with time and practice it will happen. For now it is a struggle.