I tried seperating razors by condition etc. and would tape certain ones and not tape certain other ones and after a short while, I couldn't remember which ones I taped and which ones I didn't. I am a notorius non-notetaker.

So, now I buy tape by the 10 roll pack at Harbor Freight and tape everything. With tape, all razors drag on the hone with just about the same amount of resistance and when the blade begins to suck down onto the hone surface, it is easier for me to discern the moment that feedback occurs.

I am more comfortable with tape but I can understand why some others would rather hone a bare spine. Personal preference is a wonderful thing. Let's just thank the Lord that the government hasn't stuck their nose in this issue yet. They might hire more IRS agents to police spine tape!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jerry
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