Thread: Newbie Hone Question

Hi Everyone,

I have been shaving with straight razors for about 2 months now and I am loving it. However, my beard is very hard and needs a shave daily. This has resulted in my only straight razor becoming blunt (I think). My ATG passes are beginning to sound noisy and pull. To mitigate this, I have purchased some more razors and want to start honing myself.

My question : What kind of hone would be a good for a noob like me??

1. Barbers hone : From what I have read its a good place to star for a newbie. Should I get something like a Franz Swaty??

2. Synthetic hone : Naniwa 3K/ 8K combo stone from SRD or a Shapton??

3. Coticule/ BBW : I am enamored by this stone just for the sheer desirability of it. I dont know if a noob like me can even make the most of it and

Thanks in advance for the advice.

Best,
PK.

Paachi

Check this link for newbie honing info. Good luck. Don't be afraid to ask more questions........

Straight Razor Place Forums - Search Results

hmm that link dont work for me

choise 1 and 3 is good if you start with shave ready razors that just need a refreshing(i prefer the coticule)
choise 2 is better(for a starter) if you need to sharpen razors that is not

Check this link: What hone(s), paste(s), or spray(s) do I need? - Straight Razor Place Wiki

It should help answer some of your questions.
A Swaty is great for touch ups. Everyone who's into this hobby should have one. When the blade starts to tug or pull, a few swipes on it, and it should refresh your blade. When it does not and it's time to hone, your possibilities are endless.

The Norton 4/8 combo is a good set up and so is the Naniwa SS a 5k, and 8k

Coticules are great hones too, they have a learning curve all their own. Since they are natural, there are differences between them. Some are better cutters, and some are better finisher's.. I wouldn't call them newbie friendly, but if your budget allows..Definitely a great hone to learn.

Originally Posted by janivar123

hmm that link dont work for me

choise 1 and 3 is good if you start with shave ready razors that just need a refreshing(i prefer the coticule)
choise 2 is better(for a starter) if you need to sharpen razors that is not

Give this link a try. OR go to the "Hones" section and type "newbie honing" in the search box.

http://straightrazorpalace.com/searc...archid=2440484