Thread: One side bevel set question

Question guys. When setting the bevel, why is it that it looks like only one side is being set? One side looks great, the other doesn't have that nice crisp line, it more fades to the edge. Should I just work the one side to get it there, or start over on both side? Sorry if my description isn't clear.

I'd just keep on honing on your bevel setting stone until both sides meet doing the same number of strokes on each side, not more one side than the other. That is if I am understanding you correctly. Members with more experience will be along with more suggestions shortly I am sure.

Bob

It sounds like your stroke is not even. Perhaps you should try adjusting your position to where you are getting an even stroke. Sit instead of stand or stand instead of sit. Elbow position is a big one too. Angle the hone or straighten it. The point is to get your posture, position and hone lined up in a way that allows you to make a consistent stroke in both directions.

Ok. I'll try repositioning myself and the stone. Now should I just keep doing both sides as normal like as if I was starting over?

yes. You could also try marking the bevel and doing two strokes to see when your stroke is equal. Use a felt pen and re ink it until you get your stroke correct.

Awesome! Thanks for the help!

I got it! Changed my position a bit, arms straight, and used a marker. And it came out awesome! Keeping my arms straight is something I need to keep an eye on. Think that's one of my biggest problems. Anyway thanks for all the help, I really appreciate it! Can't express how nice it is to be apart of this group of awesome people!

How do you hone with your arms straight?

Not straight out. I mean elbows I guess. Keeping them level, I tend to droop my arms, making me put more pressure, or uneven pressure when bringing the razor close to me.

That is that, new Frankenstein stroke.

To the op, Relax, go slow and use a lot of ink and tape, the ink will tell you if you are making progress the tape will protect the spine.