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I do roll through the edge when honing now - seems to work better for me. Haven't ruined an edge so far... Bill Ellis does it too - his rationale was that when he goes fast, he can cut himself...

Good for you, Josh!

Yes, heavier blades have more momentum and thus stability like you describe.

The only thing that surprised me reading your post is the comment on the angle. If anything, I...

Come on now, Josh - you wouldn't have listened to me to begin with (yes, admit it) AND it IS better to experiment for YOUR skin and skills anyway :D For all I knew you might have been a DE Jedi
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Exactly! I am always surprised when people say "I'll switch to DE for several days to give my face a break." If you can do it - more power to you, but I think this is only possible if you are very...

But not all conditioners work - check out Kyle's explanation at B&B. Some actually strengthen the hair, making it harder to cut

Cheers
Ivo

Michael the Merciless, we should call you

Come on, tell Josh he *can* use the Fruidur - in a pinch :roflmao

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Ivo

Can't a more expensive razor be used? like... I don't know what actually :roflmao

just kidding on Michael's recommended selection - not too cheap

Ivo

Is it possible that the sharper Feather on the 1st day gave the best shave because it is sharper than any straight?

If for anything else except Feather on its first day you need pressure - I...