The OP is a very good idea--and not just for the TPT. I'm curious about interpretation and action for ALL the tests.

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I can't remember how many posts and times I have said that the shaving test is really the best and most reliable test and yet..............

Although, I do like a sticky thumb pad test at the bevel setting stage...... I like the shaving forearm too when testing if there on the 4K.

Maybe the guys will come up with separate test clubs next..........cool eh??

Have fun,

Lynn
Lynn, in regards to this, I've been trying to interpret my shaves a little more effectively.

Like, today I shaved with an Iwasaki straight that I would bet my left...leg...has only ever seen a Nakayama hone. It's been in a drawer for a few years, so that might effect the edge. I wanted to see where it was, so I shaved with it this morning. On my face, the edge was smooth and totally irritation free. It cut whiskers, with just a slight bit of pull, and behind it left a somewhat smooth surface with a bit more stubble than I'm used to seeing after a pass with a really well honed razor. ON the TOUGH areas (chin, upper lip) the pull reached an uncomfortable point, so I switched to a razor with a known edge.

How do I interpret that? My gut instinct is to say it's got a smooth edge but the bevel is getting rounded, so it needs more keenness. Am I on the right track? And if so, how do I get that keenness? Can I get it off the Nakayama? Should I drop down to a 4K?