Firstly, thanks again for all the support.
OK, I set myself a good 45 minutes this morning. I spent a lot more time on the lather. I clearly need a better vessel for this, I am currently using the lid from my shaving cream pot so I will get on ebay in a minute. It was a much better lather than I have created before and I think definitely made a difference.
I diligently followed the tip on starting with the top of the razor against my face and slowly rotate to get a finer shaving angle.
Worked superbly along the side, much more comfortable with the grain and across. I didn't shave against as I didn't want to push it.
On the chin and under the nose, again much better. I did cut up a little but far less than before. i think the problem was that I was shaving over existing cuts so I am going to shave the chin with a cartridge every other shave to give it time to condition.
My DE shaving life starts here, I will follow the tips each time.
Off to ebay!!!!