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Ditto on the independent nature. Kinda completes the process for me too.

"Resistance is futile"
Welcome to the addiction :)

I suppose you consulted the 'oracle' ie Wiki re honing.
It's not rocket science but it's not learnt overnight either.
Help is always at hand on SRP if you get stuck. :gl:

It is particularly scary when the blade sticks to your face :eek::D but as you say it's psychological & you'll get over it... especially when you see your shaves improving.

Noticed you used the word 'scraping' in your first post also.
You're not literally scraping the razor across your face are you ??? It should be just about flat on your face.

Welcome & congrats on your first !