Thread: Dent on edge of razor

Sorry should have been more specific. It's Woodstock D2902 1-Pound Extra Fine Buffing Compound, Green

Originally Posted by TheGeek

That looks very much like the stone I have in my camping kit as an emergency knife sharpener. The rough side is noticeably very rough and the smooth side still rough.

I personally would not put my razor anywhere near it.

As for the refreshing, not sure what green chalk is?

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Originally Posted by tarekrashid

Sorry should have been more specific. It's Woodstock D2902 1-Pound Extra Fine Buffing Compound, Green

Buffing compounds tend to be a combination of materials, and that quotes 400 to 600 grit, if thats on a par with stone grit, then firstly I would say that range is to far a variable for a straight razor and the grit even at the higher end will give a harsh edge.

You're really looking for something like a chromium oxcide powder or paste. Or a 0.5micron diamond spray to refresh an edge.

As a marker, I personally wouldn't shave with a razor honed on amything lower than an 8000 grit hone.

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Can you recommend a 0.5micron diamond spray?

Originally Posted by TheGeek

Buffing compounds tend to be a combination of materials, and that quotes 400 to 600 grit, if thats on a par with stone grit, then firstly I would say that range is to far a variable for a straight razor and the grit even at the higher end will give a harsh edge.

You're really looking for something like a chromium oxcide powder or paste. Or a 0.5micron diamond spray to refresh an edge.

As a marker, I personally wouldn't shave with a razor honed on amything lower than an 8000 grit hone.

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Probably the cheapest quality crox is from kremmer pigments. 100g is a massive amount.

Chrome Oxide Green | Kremer Pigmente GmbH & Co.KG

You simply mix with a few drops of baby oil.

http://straightrazorpalace.com/strop...-tutorial.html

Thanks Ed! However, I cannot order anything other than from amazon.

If its not too much trouble can I request you to recommend something from there??

Originally Posted by eddy79

Probably the cheapest quality crox is from kremmer pigments. 100g is a massive amount.

Chrome Oxide Green | Kremer Pigmente GmbH & Co.KG

You simply mix with a few drops of baby oil.

http://straightrazorpalace.com/strop...-tutorial.html

Have never used amazon. Ebay would be easy as there's a guy in England sells small bags of the kremmer stuff. Maybe someone else can post a link if they know of something.

Had a quick look and found these but not the cheapest.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01N9...90L&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009X...de+strop+paste

Can you pls check if this the same stuff..

https://www.amazon.com/Green-Chrome-...e+green+powder

Originally Posted by eddy79

Have never used amazon. Ebay would be easy as there's a guy in England sells small bags of the kremmer stuff. Maybe someone else can post a link if they know of something.

Cant tell. What we use for razors is graded to 99 percent pure and to .5 micron size of particles. It's easy to find in high purity but hard to find in the right size. Unless it specifies both purity and size its a gamble.

If you can get the msds for them check the specs but is unlikely most will supply.

Thanks Ed. I think for now I will just learn to do the honing.

Originally Posted by eddy79

Cant tell. What we use for razors is graded to 99 percent pure and to .5 micron size of particles. It's easy to find in high purity but hard to find in the right size. Unless it specifies both purity and size its a gamble.

If you can get the msds for them check the specs but is unlikely most will supply.

You may be able to find lapping film. Will be graded properly so just meed the right grit. 1 micron is around the same grit as a 12k hone. You can usually get a few sheets for a reasonable price and will keep you going a while