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Lynn's SRP 2009 Convention video is a testament to how well circles work. Using that template, you can't go wrong, no way, no how. But again, if X strokes get you there, do you.

I think circles are an excellent way to go, IMO, they are repeatable, keep constant and even pressure on the razor and take metal off evenly across the edge.

If you feel x strokes make it happen...