Quote Originally Posted by MikkoK View Post
I managed to put an edge on the dovo. Jay! BUT, it is still not I want. The 6k king keeps killing me and once the naniwa ss 3k/8k compo arrives I will try a pyramid to see if that helps.
Don't be concerned about "apparent" dullness as you progress. As long as your strokes are consistent the final stropping should see you with a good edge.
If however you are trying to shave off 6k I would expect less than perfect results.