Total newbie question here:

I've heard many people talk about honing (or stropping) their str8's in an 'X' pattern. I have also seen a few video clips / animations depicting this, so I totally understand the concept. However, it seems to me that this would lead to uneven sharpening of the blade, as the heal of the blade has very little contact with the hone while the point has considerably more.

Any insight on this would be helpful!

- Ken -