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    Default This was a good day

    I have been reading the threads and read the thread about speed when stroping. Today I added a bit more speed to my stroping while still working on the tech. of the stroke. I really hit on something. This was the smoothest shave Ive had since I started using a straight razer.

    I used a nice lather and the shapest edge Ive ever had. I had a very nice smooth shave. One pass was all that was needed to take off the stuble. No irratation and just a really enjoyable experience. This is a great way to start your day, this works on so many levels. My day was set on a positive path.

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    Nice!

    Stropping does seem to get easier and faster the more you do it. Last week when I was stropping I was really in the rhythm, and actually closed my eyes to see if I could do it....So it's true, I CAN strop with my eyes closed!

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    Watch out stropping with your eyes closed you still want to be able to count to 21 after your done.

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    Stropping really is very very important. Very important indeed. I am glad to hear that you had an epiphany! A little speed, and sometimes even a little pressure (carefully) when stropping can make a world of difference to your shave.

    I have also found a vigorous rubbing of the leather with the ball of the hand immediately prior to stropping can be useful as well.

    Congratulations!

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    Oh for the love of God! Now go over to the newbies corner and vote in that stropping speed poll. Glad you've had some progress.

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    Still count to 21?...oh wait I got it!! Roflmao

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    Default Stropping

    JWK:

    You have hit on one of the great secrets of getting a good shave. A good strop, well mounted and held correctly with the razor flat against the stop, worked at speed with just the right pressure goes a long way toward the PERFECT SHAVE.

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