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so I just started trying to strop, first on the linen strop, then on the smooth leather one. I noticed the leather one wont stay level if I pull it taught and level. I have to twist it slightly and...

I'm going to practice some stroping, and see if the blade gets better, if not, I'll send it to Lynn.

The wiki pages on this site are also very informative, really specific.

Thank you everyone...

Oh. My. God. the classifieds link is on the home page. I'm so dumb. Thanks Sean

i just saw this edit, I'll look into that balm if the burts bees and the bubble bee products dont work. thanks Sean.

I couldn't find the classifieds, I just found a few vendors, and the threads about auctions.

Where do I find the honing sections?

Thanks, I'll look into preshave oil, and practice making lather.

I'll check the classifieds.

Good tips, thanks everyone.

Carl, you are right about products on my skin after shaving, that's why I'm going to try the Burts Bees aftershave, it doesn't have alcohol in it.

I tried cutting arm and leg hair, I made sure the...

I got the razor new from FGP on Amazon. Is there a different shave test other than on my face, that I can use to discern the "shave readiness?"

Hello everyone,

I just read the "first straight razor sticky," watched the "razor test" video, and watched the proper stroping method.

I have tried using a razor (disposable kind) only a...