I'm new, but I bought identical Dovo Prima Klang carbon steel straight razors. One of which I had professionally honed so I have an idea of what 'Sharp' is. I want to hone/sharpen the twin Prima Klang, and of course keen to learn. I have the kit needed(Strop, balsa strop with crox) I also went and bought 3 quality hones, namely naniwa #4000, #8000 and #10,000. So today I attempted to hone the twin razor. It is sharp but not as sharp as the pro model. I used the method used by Lynn, (Circles etc). This razor cuts hair off my leg no problem,but the thumb pad test is certainly not like the pro model and I know it could be improved and that it is my technique and not anything else. Could someone out there, give me a simple recipe to shave readiness, using the equipment I have. I have no problem if I am better off with a 1K as well. So please guys, if you could spare a few lines, I'm a little confused. I could be over-honing (likely). I'd hate to admit I'm technically challenged here but sadly I am. Cheers Bobski