Thanks all. My nature was to keep sanding until every blemish was gone. I'm really glad that I got talked out of it. I think it keeps in perspective just how old some of these actually are, which for me is part of the appeal.

Shaves great too, by the way. It took a long time to hone but it was worth it. I'm so used to shaving with full hollows this was a nice change. It's a christmas present for a friend of mine, so hopefully they feel the same.

Bruce