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Excellent!
The admonition to avoid sharpeners who don't use straights is simply to avoid those who don't understand them. Clearly this guy does not fall into that category.

Do NOT slap him!

No power tools, no slap.

However, I'd still ask if he shaves with them. There are plenty of Texas members here that might be more helpful for you and could teach you how to do it yourself.

Welcome to the right way to shave!

I have given this advice many times before but you are going to get it as well...

When you go to that shop, ask them EXACTLY what they use to sharpen...