Thread: I've got the Belgian "Blues"

Originally Posted by ShaveWares

I use the pastes to tame and smooth out a harshly sharp edge.

Like above says there is nothing wrong with using paste . I still to this day love experimenting with paste, diamond spray on felt etc.

Trust me you should,nt have to use paste to tame a coticule edge , the only time I would use paste after a coticule? Would be to gain more keenness that did,nt manage to achieve of the stone. coticules leave a mushy mellow feel that feels smooth but not hypo sharp I.e duller feel.

The other thing I,ve found is sharpening paste works well if you come of your stone with a good edge , if it's subpar coming of the stone, the paste won't be as effective and you won't get the best from your choice of paste.