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Stropping is paramount in obtaining a good shave. I strop a minimum of 40x after a shave and 60 before a shave.

Swaty's are great barber hones & you can get one for a good price. A Naniwa 12K...

Learn to shave first.

Learn to touch up a razor second.

Learn to hone last.

You must learn, truly learn each step before advancing to the next level.