Dulling my Blade!

I used to grow a beard when I was a logger, just returned to the military however and had to shave again. So I decided to use a straight razor. I have only been doing it for 2 months. I bought a Boker Eidelwiess, it did not come shave ready, so I bought a Norton 4/8 stone without success. So I decided to purchase a Dovo Bismark that was sharpened by Lynn so I could sent the Boker in to him. I noticed that the Dovo was getting a little dull and tried to use Lynns Youtube videos, I thought following them to a T, but all I have is a razor burned face from a dull blade. Need some pointers and looking for a lesson or local sharpener in the Fort Lewis, Washington area. Thanks in advance.

We have quite a large contingent up here in the PNW,,

There are a couple of guys over your way that hone quite well, if they don't see this soon I will fire them a pm

Welcome to SRP

Sounds like you are going to get some great help soon. Meeting with another member is a fast track to success.

Michael

I'll try to help as much as I can while I'm still around...PM sent.

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Thanks first forum I have ever joined.

You are fortunate to have help. These guys will get you honing in no time. It is a little tricky to learn on your own and takes time and trial and error. The Norton is a great stone and will suit your needs well. You are off to a good start. Wish I had help when I started honing. It took me a couple of months to get it right.

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Originally Posted by buckeyesfg

Thanks first forum I have ever joined.

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Always welcome.

Hello there,

I live in Kent/Maple Valley are so I could help you as well. Let me know when you would like to meet and we can do small honing session. I might take one of my friends too from Renton so you can meet him and exchange idea and experience.

Reply sounds good I really want to master this skill.

Hey, Buckeye
There's another member on base there - John, I think was his name - fairly recent shaver.

If you'd like to get together for any face-time, I'd be happy help. You can try some of my gear, watch my stropping & shaving, have me watch yours, go home w/ a fresh edge on one or both blades. I'm down in the Portland area, so its a couple hrs south of you.

If you just need a hand w/ the edges - just pick up postage & a bubble pack envelope & call it good. I'd encourage you to get w/ other shavers - it can be tremendously helpful. If you're able, the regional meet-up is usually in September over in Spokane. Some have said (I agree) that you can learn more in a day than you can in 6 mo. of reading, watching & practice.

Let me know how I can help.

update: Proximus, 'Just saw your post offering help - Bravo! 'Good to know someone up your way to refer guys to. Should you have friends, members down near Portland - by all means - glad to help.