Thread: Tested with Coticule Razor Honing, fine linen Strop.Toilet paper cutting test.+HHT.

Originally Posted by onimaru55

A better way to test for a burr is dragging some cotton wool lightly over the edge. It will catch on a burr especially if the burr is folded to one side but I'd be very surprised if a sharp razor doesn't simply "fall" thru a piece of toilet paper.

IME "too sharp" usually means a non optimally refined edge which feels harsh.
Smooth & maximum/optimal sharpness are not mutually exclusive but achieving that depends on many factors.

When the very thin "burrs" of toilet paper slide over, the toilet paper in the left hand will feel fine vibrations and it will cut open. The personal goal is mainly HHT3~4.

Originally Posted by TMILO

When the very thin "burrs" of toilet paper slide over, the toilet paper in the left hand will feel fine vibrations and it will cut open. The personal goal is mainly HHT3~4.

All my razors get to HHT 10~11 otherwise they are just not good enough

Congratulations, HHT has a way for everyone, as long as enjoying the shaving process is the point.

Originally Posted by TMILO

Congratulations, HHT has a way for everyone, as long as enjoying the shaving process is the point.

I am just wondering why with all that testing you are only getting a 3~4 maybe it is because you are rubbing your edge on paper
I don't use paper on mine and they are way higher

Originally Posted by gssixgun

All my razors get to HHT 10~11 otherwise they are just not good enough

I'm sure I could get HHT 47 if I really worked at it. But I wouldn't notice if I had actually shaved with it or not.

I do remember a guy about 15 years ago using TP to test his bevel set, seemed to work okay for that

I just found it easier to use the TPT or TNT especially the TNT since it smooths the Fin as you test

Originally Posted by gssixgun

I am just wondering why with all that testing you are only getting a 3~4 maybe it is because you are rubbing your edge on paper
I don't use paper on mine and they are way higher

Toilet paper is just an added test by myself, so that I don't have too sharp edges, because HHT can't make me find a way to be comfortable with my skin, I know everyone has a way, and I use what I know to find myself enjoying the shaving process, Everyone's way is to enjoy the process for themselves, thank you.

Originally Posted by CrescentCityRazors

I'm sure I could get HHT 47 if I really worked at it. But I wouldn't notice if I had actually shaved with it or not.

I have seen that a few times but only those of us that hone professionally can get there

Originally Posted by Pedigree

Professionals? That's a bit of a stretch. More like seasoned amateurs with a bunch of experience in experimentation. If it works well for him, I see nothing wrong with him coming here and sharing his formula for getting such an edge. No need to try and big time him.

Yes, professionals. Those who make the bulk of their living by selling, making, repairing, modifying, or just honing razors. I am not, never have been, never will be in that category but many here are. I have certainly honed and sold a lot of razors in a very short time with a lot of very satisfied customers, though. Disregarding the sales, yeah I can call myself accomplished and knowledgeable. Not trying to "big time" anyone, but I absolutely roll with mirth when I see someone represent a razor that won't even cut TP as shave ready +.

Originally Posted by TMILO

Toilet paper is just an added test by myself, so that I don't have too sharp edges, because HHT can't make me find a way to be comfortable with my skin, I know everyone has a way, and I use what I know to find myself enjoying the shaving process, Everyone's way is to enjoy the process for themselves, thank you.

Pretty soon you are going to come to a point with your honing where you are going to realize that many of these tests are just not needed
That cutting things with the edge is a bad idea
That putting numbers on the HHT was a dumb mistake that Bart made
That there is actually no such thing as "Too Sharp" it simply means you created a harsh edge


Trust me here The more you hone the better you get, the more you hone the more you realize that Stropping is King..

A couple of us are kinda busting your chops, but honestly we are just helping you move forward faster, you don't have to listen but within time you are going to say "Damn those guys were right"

Or not

Hone On !!!