Quote Originally Posted by Bart View Post
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All kinds of funny things happened to my razors while I was learning to hone. but mostly the opposite of what you experienced: smooth shaving edges crumbling away mid shave. But looking back now... By nature, I'm a very optimistic wishful thinker. I probably often stood in front of my mirror while test-shaving, experiencing the self fulfilling prophecy of a well honed razor, only to find reality catching up with me, with each shaving stroke. Without wanting to be offensive, maybe, just maybe, your a bit more pessimistic than me, and expected that edge not to shave well, only to find out after a few shaving strokes that you did a good job after all? I know that the mind can play funny tricks. Ever saw people firewalking on hot coals?

Bottom line, I think your doing just fine.

Have a nice day,

Bart.

You are probably right about my pessimistic view. I'd rather be surprised then disappointed.

As in the next comment it is probably true that the WAPI blade is a bit stiffer and not as forging as a full hollow grind, plus the heavy scales make it a bit awkward to handle at first. I think I need to give it at least a couple of more tries before I start making any conclusions.

Thank you guys.