I have been using a straight razor for about a month now. It has been going well. I have learned how to stretch my skin and how to avoid most cuts and irritation. However, the shave has never been super close. Some spots are tougher than others, but I never get a really smooth shave anywhere. When I look closely in the mirror I can see the razor pass over hairs and leave them untouched.


I have a razor from thewellhonedrazor.com and I am tacking my time with shave preparation. I have tried many different angles and am careful to stretch the skin properly. I shave with and then against the grain. A couple of times I have tried some touch up with a safety razor and that has worked well. So... my question is what could I be doing wrong and what should I try next? I am using Creamo-cream. Is it worth getting a brush and using soap? Should I try something else? Any tips for going from a decent shave to a great one?


Thanks,
Zack