Originally Posted by
RayClem
The C135 steel used by TI is quite hard. It is a challenge to hone. I found that I can get a great edge on mine if I spend longer on each hone to make sure all stria/scratches from the previous hone are removed. It takes some patience, but you will be rewarded with an edge that lasts longer than razors that hone more easily. Thus, during the lifetime of the razor, it really does not spend any more time on the hone. Each honing takes longer, but they will be less frequent.