This past Saturday, I picked up my Ralf Aust from SRD in person. It is a really nice looking razor and Lynn put one heck of an edge on it. When I got it, Don was behind the counter and let me know that I will have to modify my technique after using a shavette.

After stripping, I put it to the test. I did better than expected. I was BBS on my cheeks and CCS on my chin and under my nose. But I know that with practice, I will be able to get those areas as close as I currently do with my shavette. Since I got BBS on the cheeks, I think it is safe to say I didn't roll the edge during my very first outing on the strop.

If there is one thing I would mention to anybody considering the Aust, or any other razor with plastic scales, be careful when you close the razor. The scales flex and if you're gripping the scales too tightly, you can possibly hit the scales with the edge.

All in all, I am satisfied with my purchase. I'm sure I'll really like it more whn I nail my technique and get BBS all over my face.