Originally Posted by
AndrewJM
Why do paddle stops cut down the learning curve?
Because they don't flex. There is less chance of rounding the blade or so the theory goes
Interesting comment about the magnifying glass. Do others do this to inspect their blades after honing or stropping?
Sure do, its amazing to see the difference between each stage of honing , and also to check the bevel for damage etc. a great tool indeed.
Thanks again Kev, you always seem to reply in detail to my posts :)
FYI I just emailed larry at whipped dog, ordered a sight-unseen razor, was only around $40, and the poor mans strop, I thought I may try first with that, just in case I drop it or something stupid. I figure I will also use that blade eventually to learn to hone. I also have the ralph aust kit on order with SRD, which I will use after the first couple of tries with Larry's blade. Im guessing I have a high chance of screwing up the blade when I try my first hone, so I didnt want to ruin the ralph Aust, and I needed to order the poor mans strop anyway, so I dont ruin the english bridle from SRD.
You'll have to let me buy you a beer sometime, when Im next up north.
Andrew