Quote Originally Posted by GaryG View Post
I'm sure that some real honing experts will be along shortly, but just my 2 ¢ .. I can't see a modern factory taking the extra step (an unnecessary one to some) to tape before honing it. Not sure how precise the factory hone is anyway.
I tend to agree with your thought process. This explains why my Dovo is still good to go but the newer Revisor already seems a bit tired!

I'll let this Thread stew a bit and see what others might add.

Thx.