Quote Originally Posted by heavydutysg135 View Post
If this thinking is correct then it would seem that when using courser stones it is important not to do too many strokes because it would cause excessive and unnecessary wear on the blade; and when using the finishing stones and pastes it is important not to do too many strokes because it would cause an over-honed and/or wire edge. Is this the concept behind the pyramid method?
This is exactly right in my experience. Smart thinking.

I spent a little time intentionally creating an overhoned edge and in my experience;

1. It doesn't always have a noticeable wire.
2. It will pass HHT, but with a very obvious 'ting', not the silent deadly and effortless clip that is perfect.
3. It leaves a terrible rash even with minimal pressure.
4. It will cut whiskers, but not well. You'll likely want to start using force which will only make the rash worse.

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