Thread: Is there a way to tell the difference between poor stropping and unhonded blade?

Originally Posted by Mephisto

you need to do it by the process of elimination. like other people have stated get it pro honed, despite it being sold as shave ready. that way you can eliminate one possibility.

btw canvas before and leather next

Ahh, maybe that could be it? I'll try shaving again, and if it's still bad, I'll email Lynn