I finally made a decision on my first honing setup. I ordered the 2K, 4K, 8K, and 16K Shapton glass stones as well as a DMT C for lapping. I have been accumulating some ebay razors so I can start practicing honing ASAP. I'm just starting so if some of you guys could give me some rough guidelines on strokes for a dull ebay razor (free from chips, rust, etc.), that would be great. I know there are alot of variables to contend with, but just a rough starting point would be great. Also, maybe a recommendation of the first razor to try. I have an Erik Antonberg, a #9 Puma, a Boker, and a Henkels Twinwerks that are full hollow grinds, a half-hollow Genco, a Joseph Rodgers that is just shy of being a full wedge, and a full wedge Wade&Butcher.


-Hank