Today I came to a realization.
I've been using straights for going on 6 months and I have a decent little collection of shave ready razors. I have several newer straights: A Dovo Astrale, TI "Le Legend" and an NTS Stainless. Plus several vintage blades, and a Gold Dollar I bought for 15 bucks off Amazon.
My epiphany -- I get the closest, most comfortable and overall most enjoyable shave from the cheapo GD 208.
I suspect it is the size and weight of it that makes the difference.
Think, I need to find a high quality 6-7/8", hollow ground, round point of similar weight. It just might be my razor Valhalla.
Any suggestions to add to my shopping list, or did I just get really lucky on my amazon purchase?