Search:

+1 to Jason, I forgot about the stretching...you may have to stretch it a little tighter if you have little creases like I do.

I'll have to double check that to see if it's a contributor, but I am...

Here is a link to a few of the "strokes" you can make, the scything method included. Excellent animated illustration.

Shaving passes - Straight Razor Place Wiki

I know what you mean about the...