Hey pcm - I also live in Southern New Hampshire, there are at least 2 barbers in my town (Milford, NH) that do straight razor shaves. I believe they use a shavette as well. These are just regular barbers with the barber pole out front - not salons. I don't know where you are in NH but you might want to try one of those places. When I go in to get a haircut, we always talk about straights but I've never gotten a shave at a barber shop or a salon. Might have to give it a try after reading about your experience. Any other folks in Southern New Hampshire into honing? Maybe we can all get together and share some tips and tricks. I've been honing for a little over a year.
Adam