I have been following along. I have shaved in the past at every stage of my synthetic progression. 1k, 4k, 8k and 12k the shaves up to 4k were ok a bit harsh. Tonite I set the bevel on a Joseph Rodgers 6/8ths with the green Chosera. I used about 40 light finishing strokes and then cleaned the stone and did 20 finishing strokes with glycerin. 40 laps linen 50 leather then the shave. 2 passes against the grain. It was very surprising, I got a close shave with a little harshness. I would not want to do it everyday but not bad. I can't wait to finish this blade and shave. Good call Utopian.