I'm looking into straight razors for a few reasons:

1) Obviously way cooler than any other way of removing facial hair.
2) I love tools and any kind of gear (my other activities are rock climbing, archery, cycling, and I am pursuing a PhD in biology...it's nothing but cool equipment!)
3) If it really does provide a closer shave, then I'm in. I've had more than one lady comment on scratchiness even when it looks okay.


Here's the catch though...I have a beard and intend to keep it for the foreseeable future. Everyone says to start with the sideburns and cheek...that constitutes a large part of my beard!

Does anyone have some tips for starting out shaving just my neck?