Sorry to start this new thread but, after a quick search, I didn't manage to find any systhematic information on tests performed while honing in order to understand just "where" is the edge during honing.
I never honed a razor before, except for some touch-ups on a barber hone. And even that is new...
So I was wondering what tests to perform and how? I've heard about these:
1) the magic marker test (for the bevel right?)
2) the Thumb Pad test
3) the Thum Nail Test
4) the hanging hair test (assumimg that this is more than an impressive trick...)
What elese is there? How do you do it? How are these suposed to feel? I ask the latter question because I'm scared out of my mind with the thought of a razor diging into my finger...
Thanks for the help!