Hello all,

I'm having difficulties touching up my razors. I have two that I've attempted to touch up. When I noticed my shave quality diminish (after about 2 months), I tried to use my CH12k to get the edge back to shave ready. After 30-50 laps, I strop and it seems the same or maybe even worse than before.

I'm doing x strokes with very light pressure. Could I be going too light? Does anybody have any suggestions?

I know it's hard to offer help with such a vague description, but any help would be appreciated.

My first instinct is to blame the stone, but I know it's just me getting frustrated with the learning curve. It's very frustrating because I love shaving with a straight. But if I can't maintain my own edges, it doesn't seem to make sense in the long run.

Other info that might be helpful.

I've lapped the hone probably 3 times, going from 320 grit sandpaper to 400 to 600 each time. 600 or 800 is the finest they carry in my nearest hardware store.

Both razors are Dovo Best Quality, a 5/8 and a 6/8, made shave ready by SRD.

Thanks again,

Ken