Thread: Where can some one learn to hone

How could I learn to hone a straight razor. I know how to Hone a Buck Knife or a Pocket knife and or a Hunting Knife? I would really like to learn how to hone a straight razor?

You will find several tutorials on how to hone either here, on the SRP, or on youtube (where you can actually find some other videos made by senior members)

If you listen carefully to all advices, that should do the trick.

Next is training : buy a few cheap and ugly razors, and try your hand on them. It takes time to master but it's worth it

See if you can find a mentor on the site that is near you. One on one instruction is the best.

Search for videos from Lynn Abrams and GSSixgun.

Originally Posted by Aggelos

You will find several tutorials on how to hone either here, on the SRP, or on youtube (where you can actually find some other videos made by senior members)

If you listen carefully to all advices, that should do the trick.

Next is training : buy a few cheap and ugly razors, and try your hand on them. It takes time to master but it's worth it

Originally Posted by JTmke

See if you can find a mentor on the site that is near you. One on one instruction is the best.

Search for videos from Lynn Abrams and GSSixgun.

Years ago, my Uncle taught me how to use a Straight Razor and how to Strop it, He also taught me how to Hone it, but I never used the straight razor much after that. And basically forgot how. I can Sharpen and Hone a Hunting Knife or a Pocket Knife, so there should not bee too much difference. Then again having problems with my hands going numb all the time from a injury is two strikes already at honing a straight razor and doing it correctly.
Thanks for the quick replies.

While all sharpening shares a the same base principal, there are also some very large differences. One on one is probably going to net the best results. Being as you are in south California I suggest you should PM 10pups. He also live in that area and hosts small mini meets frequently and will know who in your specific area will be good to talk to. There is also a meet coning up in your general area very quickly.

Originally Posted by RezDog

While all sharpening shares a the same base principal, there are also some very large differences. One on one is probably going to net the best results. Being as you are in south California I suggest you should PM 10pups. He also live in that area and hosts small mini meets frequently and will know who in your specific area will be good to talk to. There is also a meet coning up in your general area very quickly.

Had to post this again to make sure you've seen it. This advice from RezDog will be the fastest way to learning. Nothing like one on one, hands on. Plus you be able to try a variety of hones and see which types appeal to you.

Not to discourage you but sharpening a knife is different than honing a razor. Personally I think it is better to approach honing a straight razor as a completely new experience from the ground up. I learned the way Aggelos suggests and by following threads here on honing. The suggestion to find a mentor close to you, if possible, is excellent and would have helped me greatly I am sure. Take your time and ask questions here. It is a long road but rewarding in the end. Good luck.

Bob

Originally Posted by BobH

Not to discourage you but sharpening a knife is different than honing a razor. Personally I think it is better to approach honing a straight razor as a completely new experience from the ground up. I learned the way Aggelos suggests and by following threads here on honing. The suggestion to find a mentor close to you, if possible, is excellent and would have helped me greatly I am sure. Take your time and ask questions here. It is a long road but rewarding in the end. Good luck.

Bob

Bob
I know that. That's why I am saying I want to learn how to Hone a Straight Razor. There is a lot of difference in the two. There are differences between the two. I am sure not going to try and shave with my Buck 110.or my Buck112. Or a Buck 119BR.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buck_Knives

You've gotta swallow your pride and ask someone for help. I was learning how to hone through videos and it was really hit and miss. I finally sought the help of someone with experience and knowing the kind of people on this site some one will come to your aid and give you a hand.

You have one razor , why not just send it out , cheaper , more efficient and you get a great edge every time, don't have a problem with knowing how to do something. Just don't need to know everything, heck ingetbmybrazors honed on the best stones available and they don't cost me anything! , hell I don't make my own bricks when I built the house, or make my own clothes, Some things just aren't needed, hones cost money and the learning curve isn't fast , but if you must invest the time and money to hone a razor , before you even learn how to use , But there is some good people in your area to help. Tc