Thanks to the great info and technical advice on this site (and the Youtube videos), and to my improving technique, I really feel like I'm getting steadily closer to BBS without accidents. Today got some great lather going and had my best shave to date (onlt two weeks on). Great feel and very relaxing. My technique is getting lighter and more accurate, but also more efficient. I also think my skin is getting used to the change of style now. Got some good hardware together and very satisfied with Merkur HD and Merkur blades. Have ordered a few different blades from Barbershop Classics here in NL.
cheers Tim
cheers Tim