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IME a properly honed straight is a much more comfortable shave than a de.
If you are very confident your razor is where it should be SHARP AND SMOOOOTH!!!, go ahead and use a straight.

Start off using a shavette is my advise.
Apart from removing the sharpness doubt (never shave with a dull straight), it ensures you get the pressure thing down.
A very light touch is required when...