Thread: Do I need a better razor?

I've been shaving with a straight razor for a few years now, and love it. My first try was with a Dovo Shavette, and I still use that occasionally for travelling etc. The thing is, I have yet to be able to achieve the same sharpness with my normal razor, an old Swedish Eskilstuna blade which I am very fond of. It is a C.V. Heljestrand MK no 24, which is 14mm (9/16¨) across the blade.

So, question; do you guys achieve better sharpness than an industrial safety razor blade on your straight razors?

My gut feeling tells me it should be sharper. Should I buy a new razor with a known good edge to start with? Should I try to get the old blade honed? (I've had it sent off once, it helped, but not enough.)

Any feed back is appreciated!