How did the old-timers sharpen their e-bay razors?
I have what to some might be a stupid question: What the heck did shavers use to sharpen their toys back in olden times before the Norton waterstone?
I’ve heard it said that those little razor hones are only good for touch up. I’ve also heard that Arkansas stones, even black and translucent ones are the wrong tool. Did the old timers use these or did they just suffer with/from dull razors? Actually, now that I think about it, a lot of 19th century portraits suggest that shaving was a low priority for many men. Mmmm…
I remain curious &C
Library Guy