I'm using a Dovo straight razor and I've had a few shaves with it. I've noticed I'm coming a accross the same problems and I'm not quite sure how I go about fixing it. Stropping the razor is fine and the razor seems to cut well however after a few strokes I've noticed the blade seems to grip on my skin which in turn makes it difficult to carry on shaving. The first one or two strokes is ok and the razor glides accross my face but after that it starts to grip on my skin. I'm thinking it could be a result of the water and shaving soap drying up but I'm using Mitchell fat soap which has good moisturising properties so I'm sure what is causing it and how to fix it.

Also I've noticed when the hairs get cut by the razor it can be a little painful. As I said the cutting seems to be fine and it came fully honed and I'm stropping it before using it so I'm not sure why it causes pain.

If anyone can give me some advice or help it would be really appreciated. By the way this is my 5th shaving with a straight.