Finally got my hands on a proper straight, a fantastic Kropp 13/16 hollow ground round tip.

First shave yesterday and wow, felt great. Soooo much better than the shavette, very forgiving
and just an all round different experience. No nicks or cuts

The shavette feels dead compared to this, not dull but there's definitely a disconnect between the blade and my skin.

The Kropp feels and sounds completely different, I wasn't expecting to hear a difference but blimey there is.
Never heard a thing with the shavette.

Big tip of the hat to Mister Moo and Tony Holmes for giving me tons of advice (and still are).