There's a whole bunch of things going on here.

Being as new to honing as you are I would suggest not going to a 1k. Rather start at the other end of the spectrum. More grit = more damage in unexperienced hands.

Maybe try some electrical tape? Duct tape is not too common but I guess if you want to use it.

Do x strokes regardless of hone width.

If any of those blades have a slight smile a rolling or 45degree x stroke should be used or else you will have uneven wear and never get all parts of the blade to shave well.

Have you honed a razor before from the bevel correcting up?

There are a lot of good threads about bevel setting. I would think the bevel is probably not set... but that's everyone's first guess around here.


Keep us posted.