Originally Posted by
kcox
I have been using this for my woodworking tools. I just got my first straight razor, a Gold Dollar and decided to go with what I know for sharpening. I started at 400 grit with some honing oil and worked up to 1200 grit, then realized I had run out of higher grits. But at 1200 it will take hair off of my arm with no problem. Not ready to try that on my face yet but the paper does work very well.
I like the Scary Sharp system, it is fairly cheap to get into and gives great results. I will be picking up some 5, 1, and .3 micron paper in the next day or two so I will post the results.
I'm trying to be a little more careful with my sharpening on my razor than I am with my tools because my chisels don't get anywhere near my face!
One other thing... If you can get it find a piece of granite that is flat it works the best for your base. MDF will work in a pinch but the granite doesn't absorb moisture and stays flat.