I have been STR8 shaving now for about 7 months. I know my technique stropping/shaving has improved quite a bit no question about that. What I have noticed is; I get a better shave the longer I let my beard grow. After 3 to 4 days growth I can get an outstanding BBS shave. If I have 2 days or less growth I can not get it BBS to save my life. Am I the only one this happens to? Am I doing something wrong? Is it the size/grind/steel of my razor? Is this just the nature of my face/beard?
I still only have one shave ready razor 5/8 J.A. Henckel #451. Gary sent me a nice 5/8 Bengal spike, but I have not had the chance to get it honed yet. My in-laws are also holding a razor Joe Chandler sent to me for Christmas. I am hoping once I try some different razors I will find the one that fits my face just right.