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  1. 04-16-2009, 09:59 PM #1
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    Default The difference between a shave and a great shave

    Technique, proper prep, knowing your face.... these things make a big difference. But without a properly maintained razor, a baby butt smooth shave AIN'T gonna happen. Under a 200x scope, here's what an edge looks like when it's ready for some TLC.
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  3. 04-16-2009, 10:02 PM #2
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    And here's what quality steel looks like after a good honing and finishing with a Chromium Oxide pasted strop.

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  5. 04-16-2009, 10:26 PM #3
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    With the regular touch ups I'm not sure if my razors will last to many generations..... need a larger rotation

    Nice pictures there!
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  6. 04-17-2009, 02:04 AM #4
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    Those are the best pictures of a razor's edge I have ever seen. Thanks Robert!

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  7. 04-17-2009, 02:08 AM #5
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    Very useful images here. I really appreciate this post!
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  8. 04-17-2009, 03:14 AM #6
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    What is the minimum magnification needed to be able to see that?

    Also very cool. Thanks for sharing with us.
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