I'm a considerable newb to the straight world, and decided not to start with custom honed razors but rather to learn to hone, strop, and shave altogether. So far, so good.
I've noticed that my shave is much more comfortable if I strop my razor between passes. Is this usually necessary? How many find it necessary? Does it indicate that I need to change or improve any of my techniques?
BTW, from what other members have said my razors are of fine quality. For example, my first one is a vintage "Dixie Blue Steel" by Union Cutlery Co. I bought it at an Antique store, and could tell it had never been honed or used.
I've noticed that my shave is much more comfortable if I strop my razor between passes. Is this usually necessary? How many find it necessary? Does it indicate that I need to change or improve any of my techniques?
BTW, from what other members have said my razors are of fine quality. For example, my first one is a vintage "Dixie Blue Steel" by Union Cutlery Co. I bought it at an Antique store, and could tell it had never been honed or used.