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07-26-2010, 08:55 PM #1
It perfects and polishes more than rounds.
Yes CrOx on a solid base: leather on a plank; balsa on a blank, paste on glass
will maintain a more perfect bevel better than CrOx on a hanging strop.
In general this is a non problem. The ideal time to use
CrOx or another sub micron abrasive on a hanging strop is
right after the blade has been honed. It gives that final
polish that some think makes for a smooth shave (I do).
Two shaves later most should be using clean canvas and
clean leather to maintain the blade on a day to day basis. An
occasional say once a week visit to the pasted strop can postpone
the need for a refresh honing.
CrOx on balsa for personal use in my opinion can eliminate the need
for an expensive +12K finishing hone. It will not eliminate HAD
but that is another issue. For a professional I doubt that balsa hones
can be refreshed as well as modern ultra fine hones but that
is another kettle of fish.
I just built a +25" balsa hone with a scrap plywood backing.
I intend to load it with CrOx and give it a test drive... any day now...