It is how it was done in the day…

They bevel set on a Washita, Silicone Carbide, India or any low grit natural and polish on a fine stone, Hard Ark, Coticule, Slates or Barber Hone.

I am sure Razor Guys were standing at the bar, saying “Barber Hones, Blah, that cheap crepe won’t last, hell they aren’t even perfectly flat.”