As I am just getting into this phase of honing (I have but 4 razors under my belt, only 1 needed a true bevel set) I am all ears to whatever advice you have as far as checking after doing a bit of grinding. It occurred to me today that just because the two sides meet does NOT mean the bevel is fully developed. Touching up an already good belvel I have a pretty good feel for...bevel setting is still intimidating to me.

Thanks for the encouragement. It is always good to hear that other noobs are making progress.