Thread: In need of information on lapping and honing for a first timer

Originally Posted by ocelot27

+1 for getting a DMT lapping plate - or if you have the cash a Shapton glass diamond lapping plate - these will save you hours in lapping and do a better job.

Keep at it - watch all the videos you can and buy a cheap vintage razor off eBay to learn on first. It took me a good six weeks to learn how to hone effectively and I'm still no pro but I can put a shave ready edge on any of my razors...

Good luck!

John

is there a certain dmt lapping plate that I should purchase?

I have looked online and there are so many to choose from and I am not sure which would be best.