Oakdan,
I know how you feel all too well. The summer after I graduated I got tired of my hair (it was still think then) and grabbed a pair of clippers and gave myself a "do-it-yourselfer' with a #2. I was shocked too, but everyone seemed to like it (even my mom who does NOT like the sly look). After a while with the advancement of thinning hair I kept buzzing it. Shorter and shorter, then I (finally) went sly.
You honestly look very good with the short hair. If the #1 or 0 works for you (and it must as you mention getting noticed, admired and have girls check you out) - you are obviously in a good place. However, you should at least give the smooth look a try, even just to experiment with how you look. You'd be at a #0 length in just a few days, if you decide it's not for you.
It's a hard decision but it gets easier over time to deal with it and enjoy it!