I have only been shaving with a straight now for several weeks and have only about a dozen or so shaves with one. I have considerably more experience with a DE razor. So I am progressively getting more comfortable and efficient with a SR, but still require some touchup with the DE if I want BBS results. Currently I can get about 75-80% done with the straight, but need more time & experience to tackle my tougher spots (chin, around adams apple). The DE razor finishes things off nicely in the meantime.