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Ash,
technique will be a bit more critical in getting as close a shave.
When I transitioned from a shavette to real steel there was and adaption period although much shorter than the initial...

If you insist on going it alone ;)
Many people fid the 8k finish more than satisfactory,
taking it beyond that is a personal thing.
A well worked 8k finish is a good solid smooth shave.
I prefer...