Originally Posted by
Woodash
May I ask if using tape is then required for all subsequent honings and touch ups (maintaining a constant bevel, etc.)? I just acquired my first hone and am completely in the fact-finding/experimenting stage, so please don't mind the questions...:angel:
A related comment: at this stage, I'm shaving consistently well and can recognize honing quality based mostly on shaving quality and smoothness. I use the microscope to see what's going on with the edge/bevel, but it is much harder to me to calibrate my thumbpad or thumbnail to determine what needs to be done next. I've had some of my best shaves on razors that did not seem particularly sharp by TPT or TNT, and forget about the HHT - never worked for me, even with freshly honed razors from experts. So, for me, this is the hardest part. Hope this isn't too far off the OP 's topic.