Thread: Coticule size vs Natural combo

Bob,

In all honestly, It seems you've already made up your mind, and are looking for reinforcement. I could be wrong. (I've been known to be wrong before) I don't know why this is, but Coticules seem to have some kind of draw, especially to new guys. (me included) Most of the older, experienced members will tell you, buy a Norton 4/8 first. That's good advice. They are much easier to learn than a natural out of the gate, especially a Coticule, too many variables and different types. Nortons are equally fun to use by the way.

Once you have a good grasp on how to refresh/hone a blade, then move on to your naturals. Coticules can be fun to use, but there is a learning curve, regardless of what you hear. It's rare someone get's a Coticule for the first time, and can take a blade from bevel to finish. At the very least, by an old junker razor to practice with. Some blades don't respond well at all, especially bevel setting and each Coticule is different. Most people I know that use them religously go through several Coticules before they find one they really like, and can use.

These days, I use a Chosera 1k for bevel setting, A Norton 4/8 combo hone, and I finish with an Escher.

Best of luck to you and happy honing.

Rich

P.S. If you get a Coticule, don't buy anything smaller than a 6x2 or 150x50