Hey guys, I have a little bit of a problem. I have been able to get great edges off of every type of razor that I have tried except for Sheffield Steel. I recently got a coticule and it was a lot better than anything else I've tried.

The edges have been good for shaving, but just seemed too harsh (crispy, might be a better term) for my liking.

My honing setup is Shaptons all the way from 1-30K with the option to use J Nat (believed to be Kiita Asagi blend) or Coticule (which I use from bevel setting through finish).

Like I said, I can shave with them, but I've not been able to get them nearly as smooth and comfortable as my vintage German and American razors.

Interestingly, I've discussed this issue with another SRP member privately and he made a similar observation (with the noted exception of being quite happy with Joseph Rogers razors).

Any thoughts on a) is this mental, 2) what do you do to get your edges silky smooth with Sheffield Steel?

Thanks in advance