Look at this: http://cgi.ebay.com/Straight-Razor-H...QQcmdZViewItem
Seller claims it has Lynn's approval. Any thoughts?
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Look at this: http://cgi.ebay.com/Straight-Razor-H...QQcmdZViewItem
Seller claims it has Lynn's approval. Any thoughts?
Looks like a home made bench hone, something like a HandAmerican scary sharp or some newer version thereof(?)
John P.
I'm sure he was/is a member here.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kees
Does sound a bit far fetched and as far as I know Lynn still advocates the Norton 4/8k. I could be mistaken.
I noted that this system, according to the description, "does all the work all on its own":roflmao
I believe it is system set up to use the Lee Valley honeing films.
A clamp sytem to tension the film over a leather stropping section.
Seems pricey but hey if it does the work on its own......:hmmm: :roflmao
I have never used any of the abrasive papers or mylar but will say from looking at two pieces of wood, one with a nicely cut out back, the other with rounded edges, finished, threaded insters installed, time in labor, maybe a profit on top of that, etc...... the price looks fine.
This is not like making one for yourself where time does not count. Most vendors are not just doing this for fun but need to show some profit on what they sell.
Looks reasonable to me.
Tony
Where does the mylar coated film with different grits come from? Is there a place to locate this?
Headdoc
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Originally Posted by headdoc
The most likely source is HERE.
For the record, I used those micro abrasives to hone my first straight.... it worked just fine but later when trying to improve on that edge I managed to get a serious wire edge but we'll chalk that up to operator error. Not long after that incident I switched to a Norton. Shortly after getting the Norton, I gave Howard a call and now the Norton sits unused most of the time, my Blue and Yellow hones seem to be all I need when combined with a CrO pasted paddle strop I made as long as I'm not working on ebay specials.
Regards
Christian
The issue with this device is the same as using sandpaper. It is difficult to keep the paper from bunching up in front of the edge even ever so slightly. I see that this device has a clamp down mechanism but not a paper tightening device.
I do like the idea of the papers tho.
Back to the drawing board.....
Just my two cents,:)
I PMed Lynn about this and this was his reply:
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Originally Posted by Lynn
I'm also trying to come up with trying to use this with a set number of strokes depending on the condition and style of razor. Nothing consistent yet. Paul says he just sharpens till they're done.
Lynn
So Lynn would you say you advocate this system?
I only ask because I'm rubbish with a hone (though getting better) and this seems like it could take a lot of the requisite skill (the skill I'm lacking) out of the equation.
If you could review it for us it would be appreciated.
I like the idea, I think I'd rather have a firmer base for under the paper than suede though. But thats my opinion and needs to be tested. Looking at the way it is made I think the price is fair. I'll keep working with my glass bed hones and see if I can work something like a honing guide for this type of thing too.
I think you're right about the source. I had a transaction with Paul for another item and we started talking about his system. I told him I'd be interested if I could get custom micron sheets but he couldn't provide that. The micron sheets on that site are the same Paul offers.Quote:
Originally Posted by kaptain_zero
Who is Paul? Can someone please reveal his SRP user name?
Thanks
Chris L
I just met with Paul on the weekend (living only an hour from him) we have been trying to get together for a long time. Paul is not a member of the forums but is a great individual. Gave me a tour of his shop and he has some awsome stuff and some amazing razors.
I have not used a regular hone or anything but he used this system to make my razor shave ready and I tell you it was VERY sharp. and it was not before he took it to this system.
the strips are indeed just clamped to the block and they do not seem to shift or bunch up at all when being used.
Thanks to paul and his "Double Ducking" hone system I was able to have my first straight razor shave and I look forward to many more with out having to send my razors away to be honed by someone else.
I've dealt with Paul and he's a stand-up guy. For $45 shipped, I'm going to try his hone system. I'm always looking for new toys. :p
I am thinking about this as well. Let us know how it works out for you.Quote:
Originally Posted by TstebinsB
Will do. I bought a cheap straight from wojtec so as soon as the hone gets here, I'll try it out. I'm hoping it's as good as advertised.Quote:
Originally Posted by matt
I've used this system to hone a Double Arrow and to remove chips from a Friodur. It worked without fail. I'd have to say I approve the system except for a few legitimate reservations. Once I have time to take photos, I'll write a thorough review.