Question about American steel?
First off, I'm fairly new to honing but have managed to put some nice, shavable edges on some Sheffields ( Barlow 13/16 near wedge, W&B ) and Solingens but I sat down to work on a bunch of razors I picked up over the summer.
I have a small 5/8 half hollow Torrey that is kicking my butt! Just wondering if the American steel is known to be harder and therefore I just have to stay on the 1k bevel set longer? I have a King 1k/6k that has worked quite well for me so far. It is lapped before each honing session.
When I inspect the bevel with a loupe it looks nice and even for the full blade and no sparklies ( thanks Euclid440, great tip ) but won't cut any hair.
BTW, Thanks to all the awesome people on here who share their knowledge!!! Never would have figured out this honing thing without ya'll!
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