Hi, everyone.

I have been shaving with a straight razor for almost a year now. I also use a DE occasionally or to do touch ups.

Since I have started I have developed areas just under the jaw line on both sides of my face that just won't shave smooth. The areas are narrow starting around the middle of the jaw and running sideways then on a diagonal towards the center of my neck.

I have tried all kinds of strokes including buffing with the stra8 as well as a Merkur slant bar. Nothing seems to work. The grain runs towards the end of my jaw.

It's really frustrating because I was getting better shaves before than I am now. All my razors are sharp, no problem with two pass shaving.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Charlie