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  1. 02-19-2013, 10:07 PM #1
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    Default Honing a Diamond Steel Razor

    I haven't been able to find anything about this in the forums. Are "diamond steel" razors harder/take longer to hone than a normal carbon steel? I've been going at this razor for about an hour just for a touch up and hasn't gotten any sharper on my la dressante coticule.

    Is it just me getting used to the blade or is this typical with a diamond steel?


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    Start with the sharpie test on the edge to make absolutely sure the edge is contacting the hone. I've wasted a lot of time honing and polishing what turned out to be a secondary bevel on an unfamiliar razor.
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    What kind of razor is it?

    I have a Dovo Diamond Steel. It's a vintage piece and an outstanding shaver. It honed up like any other nothing special.

    I imagine the Diamond Steel is just a model name and nothing more.
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    It is a Griffon Cutlery Antelope #16. I may have to re-bevel it. I should do the sharpie test as well.. Thanks!


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