Thread: How to use Coticule.

I'm sorry, maybe I wasn't clear: I'm still not there with the one done on the water method, and the one I've done using the Dilucot method is done. Ready to go. In 12 minutes. (My best time yet)
Granted, I haven't shaved with it yet, but it's passing all my tests. I'll gladly post back about the shave with it. Though I wouldn't even bother with the water method razor at the point it's at right now. It will need more time, though it is surely getting there. The HHT is at a 0, but it's starting to come around. (Total time spent so far 30 + minutes)

BTW, I should point out that I don't usually watch the clock when I'm honing, honing is usually a stress relief for me, I watch the clock at work enough as it is

Originally Posted by wdwrx

I'm sorry, maybe I wasn't clear: I'm still not there with the one done on the water method, and the one I've done using the Dilucot method is done. Ready to go. In 12 minutes. (My best time yet)
Granted, I haven't shaved with it yet, but it's passing all my tests. I'll gladly post back about the shave with it. Though I wouldn't even bother with the water method razor at the point it's at right now. It will need more time, though it is surely getting there. The HHT is at a 0, but it's starting to come around. (Total time spent so far 30 + minutes)

BTW, I should point out that I don't usually watch the clock when I'm honing, honing is usually a stress relief for me, I watch the clock at work enough as it is

Chris you are testing method . Not to have bias you would be better count how many strokes done in each method.,
You never answered the question ?
after how many strokes with water your coticule start to making slurry?

Wouldn't it depend on what you've previously done to the razor? If you want to set a bevel, or even move from a freshly set bevel to shave ready, I cannot imagine how no slurry would be any faster.

Also, you don't have to keep honing until the slurry dilutes itself; I add water into my slurry periodically to dilute it at the rate I want.

For the average coticule user, I doubt that wearing through the coticule is a concern.

I also don't think that, just because vintage coticules seem to have all come without slurry stones, using slurry is "wrong." It's just a different way to use the stone.

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

Wouldn't it depend on what you've previously done to the razor? If you want to set a bevel, or even move from a freshly set bevel to shave ready, I cannot imagine how no slurry would be any faster.


BRB

we are not talking about setting bevel.
if you check op i mention with slurry stone will cut faster.
Any single coticule will make slurry after maximum of 30 strokes.
We are talking about end result.

It's hard to say though, as I kept clearing the hone with water.

In fact Christ you shouldn't clean the hone with water. Keep it as is and continue honing. gets dry add couple drop of water and continue.

Originally Posted by hi_bud_gl

we are not talking about setting bevel.
if you check op i mention with slurry stone will cut faster.
Any single coticule will make slurry after maximum of 30 strokes.
We are talking about end result.

Well, in that case, I haven't seen anyone talking about using slurry on a coti after coming off something like an 8k, so I'm not sure what problem your first post is addressing. I was under the impression that the guys using slurry are setting bevels or going from a 1k to shave ready.

Also, not all coticules will make slurry on their own with 30 strokes, or even 50 or 100. I keep one hard, fine one to use as a finisher, and it does not produce any slurry on its own.

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

Also, not all coticules will make slurry on their own with 30 strokes, or even 50 or 100. I keep one hard, fine one to use as a finisher, and it does not produce any slurry on its own.

Are you sure about this?
All coticules suppose to be able to set bevel and finish the edge?
Are you saying One stone honing has problems?

Originally Posted by hi_bud_gl

Are you sure about this?
All coticules suppose to be able to set bevel and finish the edge?
Are you saying One stone honing has problems?

Yes, I am sure that my coticule will not release any slurry after 30, 50, or 100 strokes on it. If I want a slurry, I use a slurry stone.

I'm sure that all coticules could set the bevel and finish the edge, but it would take varying amounts of time. Just like you could set a bevel with a (choose any finishing stone), if you are willing to do thousands of strokes.

Yes, I do think one stone honing has problems. In my opinion, it's a waste of time and highly inconsistent.

Originally Posted by hi_bud_gl

we are not talking about setting bevel.
if you check op i mention with slurry stone will cut faster.
Any single coticule will make slurry after maximum of 30 strokes.
We are talking about end result.


In fact Christ you shouldn't clean the hone with water. Keep it as is and continue honing. gets dry add couple drop of water and continue.

I also thought you meant starting with bevel-setting. I'd like to try this, but I don't understand yet.
If you don't mind, would you please say it again real plainly for us slow folks?

Like:

For taking blade at (some level) and producing result of (some level),
it's better (or faster?) to use (some method).
etc.

Thanks!

Originally Posted by northpaw

I also thought you meant starting with bevel-setting. I'd like to try this, but I don't understand yet.
If you don't mind, would you please say it again real plainly for us slow folks?

Like:

For taking blade at (some level) and producing result of (some level),
it's better (or faster?) to use (some method).
etc.

Thanks!

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