I haven't been on here in a while. Even though I have not participated in the forum I have not stopped participating in the destruction of facial hair with cold steel. Of my many razors I decided my Dovo needed a touchup as it was pulling and not inflicting the destruction I desire. After using my 8k, 12k, and pastes I was surprised with an edge worthy of great tales and songs. I am by no means an expert at honing. I have enough skill to keep me going comfortably. Every so often though I amaze myself. This is one of those times. Happy to be able to achieve this level from time to time. The ongoing challenge of duplicating it consistently continues...