Thread: What did I do wrong with my Shaptons?

Originally Posted by supersco

This is very interesting to me as the razor in question is in fact a Henckles Friodur. Maybe when I get some spare cash I'll pick up a felt strop and CrOx. What are the practical differences between CrOx and CeOx when it comes to razors?

I would learn how to get the best possible edge off your hones before you go to pastes. Pastes are like icing on the cake - but they aren't going to do much if you're starting with no cake to support the icing.

I've experimented with various pastes and different diamond sprays - typically on balsa - and while they can improve an edge, I much prefer to go straight from my Shapton 30K or my newly found favorite Zulu Grey to the strop.

-john

Originally Posted by gssixgun

The 16k is a sweet stone, but it can be a bit harsh when you are learning it,,

You might try the 3-2-1 style Finish like I show on that Shapton Vid you might also try a light slurry dilution into the finish, these are things you are going to have to mess with as you adjust your honing to your face on a new system of hones... Yes a good quality CrOx or even better a high quality CeOx might very well smooth it right up..

But you are getting closer and that is a step in the right direction

BTW Glen, the 3-2-1 finish did make an improvement. Good tip.