I am new here and just ordered a couple razors off eBay. They both looked decent from the descriptions. When they get here, I'll post more info.

My question is, has anyone ever used the so called 'scary sharp' system of micro abrasive papers on a piece of 1/4" plate glass? From what I have read about it, the 3 micron paper is equivalent to a 4000 grit stone and the 1 micron is about a 8000+ stone. I think the benefits would be, besides cost for a new honer, a perfectly flat hone every time. If you drop it, then you are out a piece of plate and some sandpaper.

I would like to eventually get a good Norton 4000/8000 stone, but for now I am looking at this system. The one I found complete didn't have that fine of paper, but, I have found a source for the finer stuff. And, there are several glass shops around I can get glass through.

Thanks everyone. I found this site when looking for honing/stropping instructions.