I don't think I've overhoned, and I have tried to go back to the 1k a few times as part of a bracketed honing approach, also have checked keenness periodically during the process. SO not thinking I have overhoned the belly,. but I can see that I should try to check.

Also, thinking the approach of multiple razors makes sense so that I can send one out and still have some to shave with... But no luck finding any locally, will probably keep checking the classifieds here for shave ready...

The bummer is, I would really like to get this honing down - I think being able to maintain my own razors is a key part of the whole straight edge razor experience.

Right now I'm just ready to shave with a straight - I've been using my Gillette DE safety razor and it just isn't as satisfying, simply put.