Bravo Shooter!
Hey Rook,
Its clear that honing is in your future, and that's a good thing. You'll have some frustration, but you're guaranteed to be on top of the world on your first nice edge.
The guys have been telling you right. Should you wish to buy a little time, or have an edge to compare your efforts to - would gladly freshen an edge. Return postage only.
You *have* been watching Lynn & Glenn's vids on honing? (note the only good answer is: repeatedly)
'Hope to hear of your first fine edge soon.