Welcome to the forum! I am happy that you did your homework! The main suggestion I have for anyone, Blade Angel!! The blade must shear the hairs off at the skin, rather than scrape them off. Find the angle that give you the smoothest and most comfortable shave. At that point you are well on your way to shaving with any type of non-powered razor. There may be a couple of folks in your area that could give you pointers.
Again, welcome!
~Richard