Thread: 8K Norton is not enough.

Originally Posted by UKRob

Hirlau - whether it's bullshine or not, it's not Dickerydee's bullshine. The comments come from a well reasearched and presented paper/blog that was featured on the site a few days ago. I can't find the link but it is well worth reading and you will like it because it has fantastic close-up images.

Originally Posted by Hirlau

Thanks Rob,, I saw it & even commented about the who was the author,,,,,

Originally Posted by Utopian

I agree about the linked blog--it was very informative. However, it did not support the argument/discussion here.

Originally Posted by Hirlau

,,,,,Correct

You have to have a few things to create an "Informative Research Paper"

#1. An experienced Straight Razor Honer

end of story

Let's keep in mind here that when Recommendations are given it is for MOST people, not all ..

We have over the years distilled information down to help people enjoy this hobby as much as possible using tried and proved methods.
If you need to adjust those methods to suit your individuality so be it we all do to an extent..

The idea that unless you can get a good solid shave off the 8k level first before buying finishers is there to try and save Newbs a ton of wasted money chasing an edge that their skills cannot attain..


Simple really


I will open this thread back up here in a bit when everyone takes a second to cool down

Glen - Senior Mod SRP