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that is just beauty. have fun

This is really a good news.
Now you have quality blade and yes please get it sharpen to shave ready condition.
I am sure 1 of srp member in UK will be able to help you out to start going....

Welcome SRP.
you definietly could practice the stropping . it will help you and speed up your learning process.
About the blade i am not sure it is a good blade or bad. post pictures if you can ....