Ok so i thought i'd report back after attempting a couple of sharpenings and strops. My setup is simple a norton 4000 / 8000 and a linen / leather strop. My first razor is a stainless steel dovo. Actually i only realised i bought the stainless steel one after the purchase i should have paid more attention because i've heard that carbon steel is the razor to start on. I managed to complete my shave after sharpening but i still feel like it could have been sharper than it was... I'm also now wondering if i should purchase a carbon steel razor because i've heard they're easier to sharpen, any thoughts on this? I guess i'll get better i just want a really really sharp shave. If there's anyone in melbourne australia that sharpens their straights can you let me know.

Thanks!!