I gave you a "Thanks" on behalf of all the newbs. (Which I still consider myself one of.)

I started razors with a MAJOR advantage...in that I was used to, experienced, and obsessed with sharpening knives.

I would never tell anyone they can't hone a razor if they can't sharpen a knife though! The fact that you don't have to hold the blade off the stone at a consistent angle makes razors easier in some regards.

Anyways, I'll second the FACT that the VAST majority of your 'work' is done on the lower grits. I think beginners (myself included) have a tendency to think more work is done on the higher grits since they're are more "specialized"....but that's just not true. Be patient on the lower grits, and don't think you're going to camp out in the higher grits.

Sticky/Testimonial?