I just got my razor back from nun2sharp after having it honed for the first time since I got it (then honed by Lynn). Then, I didn't have the technique to notice the difference. IT MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD!!!
A freshly honed blade will glide, nicely shearing the hairs smoothly, without even the hint of a tug. No cuts, no snags, not even the tiniest shade or red in my skin afterward! Beautiful! Just before I got the blade honed, it was pulling, snagging, and the final straw was when it pulled and opened up a nice gash along my jawline. For any one who ever doubted the benefit of true shave-readiness, take my advice, get it honed. Your face will thank you.