Thread: Question About Being "Done" on an Arkie

Yes, switch to mineral oil (baby oil). The stickiness probably coming from the soap starting to dry out. I agree with Marshall, 200 minimum strokes. For me it's a comfort thing. Hone in left hand, razor in right, settled in front to of TV, put on a favorite hour show, commence stroking, at end of show you're likely done.

Once you get some experience on your Black try going dry and wash stone after honing session. The lubricant is mainly to keep the swarf afloat and not embed into the stone. If you wash afterwards with Dawn, the swarf will all wash away.