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We've all been there. After all, as Swiss Toni would say,
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Don't worry, nobody expects you to match that level of speed and confidence right away. Allow yourself 3 or 4 weeks. :w

But seriously, that guy has pro skills, it's a bit cruel to show that video...

I think this demonstrates the kind of flex needed, albeit on an exagerated scale:
YouTube - the rubber pen/pencil illusion

I'd say don't strop before your first shave. Although stropping can make a significant difference, the chances are you aren't going to improve on what you have right now - a shave-ready razor.
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