Just wanted to update my experience so far. Two months in I have shaved religiously every other day or three. I couldn't be happier with the setup I got from Larry and I continue to learn every day. My strop is pretty notched up from the first month but all near the ends so it doesn't interfere at all. My stopping technique has improved exponentially and I have been able to maintain a very good edge that has shown no signs of needing to hit the pasted balsa board. I bought two razors initially and just purchased a boker off eBay that is on it's way to Texas for a honing. I've purchased a couple soaps, lotions and badger brush from a shop on Etsy. My total investment so far stands at under $200 and if I wanted to I don't think I would have to buy anything, barring a honing or two, for at least a year but probably more. Thanks so much for being a great community.