I was very happy to discover Straight Razor Place because I want to go the straightrazor route, but I don't know much about it. I just bought a new Dovo straightrazor, strop, and the Lynn Abrams DVD (all from Classic Shaving), but even after watching the DVD a couple of times, I realize that I still have a long way to go before I'll even have a clue as to what I'm doing.

My first question has to do with hones. What is the minimum number/type needed to adequately hone a razor? Will a 4000/8000 combination stone work well enough by itself? My concern is money, having already spent over $200 just for the razor, brush, strop, and soap. I want to do a good job of honing, but I don't want to have to spend any more than I have to at this point.

Thanks in advance for your advice. It's greatly appreciated. I've only been reading the forum for a short while, but I've already found it to be a great source of information. Thanks again.

Steven