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04-13-2014, 01:16 AM #1
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Hello, I am brand new to straight razors and I would like to ask a few questions.
Is it possible to learn to hone on my own by watching Youtube videos?
Will I most likely ruin my blade in the process?
When I tape the spine with electrician's tape, the tape peels off during honing and when I try to fully remove it, a gooey mess is left on the blade. Is this normal? Am I doing something wrong?
Is there a general consensus whether you should or should not tape the spine?
I've been practicing on a Dovo factory sharpened (not shave ready) blade and it's still far from being shave ready. (I have a shave ready blade for comparison). I've been using the Norton 4000/8000.
Sorry about the multiple questions, but would appreciate any comments or suggestions. The videos make honing seem fairly easy, but I haven't been getting results yet. I'm not giving up though; not at all.
Thank you.
Phil