I own only 2 st8 razors. Do not plan on purchasing more. I am not a collector either nor do I plan on restoring anything other than keep my blade sharp. One is expensive, the other one is a cheap new DOVO. I plan on learning how to hone using the cheaper one of course. I do not own nor have any access to a workshop. I do not shave daily. Maybe once every 2-4 days. My beard isn't barbed wire strong either. I live in an apartment so not many tools around the house. I do like the idea of learning how to sharp/hone myself thus the reason I am making this inquiry. I could pick a honemeister (sp.) and have him hone it 3-4 times per year, but since I only own 2 razors and am not very patient when it comes to waiting for an item to be sent back to me, this is out of the question. From my brief research I'm thinking of going with a fine / extra fine coarse sharpening tool. The idea of lapping (I prefer to use flattening) water stones sounds like a turn off for me so that's a big hell no. Obviously ALL water stones need flattening regardless of brand and the only hone available which seems more friendly to me is the DMT. Input/suggestions/advice please thanks.