Yes it's probably your stropping. Just go slow across the leather, concentrate, and apply NO pressure. You are only polishing the edge, not sharpening it. Everyone dulls their first razor learning how to strop, so don't feel bad.

Dovo's are great razors, way under-rated. Howver, from the factory and even from SRD, you'll notice under magnification that there are scratches and serrations on the edge. After a few honings, these imperfections will smooth out and you'll have a wonderful shaver.