Thread: Looking for help withnon visible microchipping!!

Thanks for taking time regarding my post, youare correct, I did used the thumb nail after the 12k run. I will take notice on your kind advice.

Thank you for taking time and responding to my request. I will look into the problem and all the opportunities that it will bring.

Thank you for taking time and responding to my request. Yes, I did used the 12K, as I reflect on my actions I could have used more pressure than needed it.

Thanks for the video,

Thanks for the welcoming words and advise. I will look into the video and will let you know on my progress.

Originally Posted by swicth59

When I shave the blade cuts the hair but it pulls and after a couple of passes I still do not get a smooth shave as I do with a commercial twin blade which I hope to stop using it them in the future. Swicth59

Comparing the perceived sharpness of a straight to a commercial twin blade for a beginner is not possible. You really need to be a straight razor shaver before passing judgement on the sharpness of your straight razor shaving test.

Get a pro-honed straight and learn to use it first before going any further. You cannot fumble thru it, believe me I've tried. A beginner sharpening his own razor will NEVER know if the problems he is having are due to the sharpness of the blade, or lack of technique. Even with a microscope, or hanging hair, or tpt... You are just setting yourself up for a long time of frustration.

Enjoy,
Jeff.

Those "chips" you refer to can be a bugger. If you dont have a 1k stone to help set the bevel quicker get some 600 grit wet dry sandpaper, soak a sheet with your hone and wrap the paper tightly around the stone.
Instead of testing on my thumbnail, I simply make sure the razor will easily shave arm hair at every part on the bevel before going to the 4k- also making sure there are no chips left under magnification.
Good luck


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Jeff:
Thank you for sharing your past experience with me and I look forward to shave with a pro-honed razor. Anyone thta you recommend for honing my blade?

Thanks,
Swicth

Thanks for the tip. I have a 1K stone and after powdering with the 4K I am considering going to the 1K and elimanate the chips.

Thanks,
Swicth

A number of members offer honing services here : Member Services - Straight Razor Place Classifieds