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    Actually it takes a few shaves for your face to adjust and usually a few shaves for the shaver to adjust as well. Alot of times folks use a steeper angle of attack at first and usually figure it all out as they continue to use the straight. The real key on one not being sharp is the pulling or not being able to get through a beard. If it just glides over a beard with no hair removal it's usually over honed. Then there is everything in between.

    Have fun and keep us posted on your progress.

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    Strinctly theoretical question:

    If I wanted to fix the chip, who would I go about it? Not necessarily this particular razor but just a razor with a chip. I mean if the edge is generally good but I need to fix the chip, how would I hone it without being overhoned?

    And, no, I'm not planning to do it. Just wondering.

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    Consult yourself. Just tape the spine and work it on some 180 grit wet/dry sand-paper until the chip is gone. I took care of a 1/8" chip in about 15min. Then do a few strokes on 1000 and start honing.
    I'm not sure about Lynn's pricing for major blade work, but Joe Chandler can do a re-grind for you with a honing for $25. He did a great job on a blade that wasn't chipped but had severe pitting and restoration damage issues. I will be posting pics soon.

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    So even the micro chip like that would basically require rebuilding an edge?

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    If it's visible to the naked eye, sandpaper is a must (unless you REALLY like honing). If it's not, you can fix it on Norton 4k. And get on with the pyramid.

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