Thread: Suggestions

1. I would suggest getting a silicon sleeve for each of your razors. Straight Razor Designs and The Superior Shave sell these and they work great for storage. I oil the hinge every once in a while, but I never coat the blades in oil. I have been storing my razors in these sleeves for a year, and my razors have not seen a spot of rust.
2. I would look into Naniwa stones or Norton stones. I prefer Naniwa and they come in a combination stone of 3k/8k, and the Norton comes in a combination stone of 4k/8k. Both hones are great to maintain your edge. I actually started with a coticule and still prefer that edge to any other, but really the matter of honing, what hones to buy, etc. is completely subjective. However, the Naniwa and Norton stones are very consistent and would do just fine at maintaining your razors edge. Of course, chances are you venture further down the rabbit hole. Just know that it is important for you to master a hone like the 3/8k or 4/8k (or whatever hone you decide on) before exploring additional hones.