This stuff not only helps give some wicked edges, but in certain situations helps take the edge off. Doesn't even cost an arm and a leg.
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Buffalo Trace bourbon.
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This stuff not only helps give some wicked edges, but in certain situations helps take the edge off. Doesn't even cost an arm and a leg.
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Buffalo Trace bourbon.
I have had better luck with Knob Creek 120 producing better swarf. I think it was swarf, but it was getting hard to visualize properly toward the end of the honing/drinking session.
I usually hone standing up. 120 proof might just be problematic in that regard.Quote:
Originally Posted by ace
I love Buffalo Trace! I highly agree!
I guess the real question would be "Is it safe for use on a Coticule" Bawhahahaha
the new Bourbucot is born!Quote:
Originally Posted by gssixgun
Well, I learn something everyday here. :)
I'll get me a bottle tomorrow.
Stimpy, will that amber color stain my Norton 4000 or my shapton 16000? :shrug:
If it does, I guess I could use the rest on my Carborundums.
Skip the dilute step, and everything should be just fine.Quote:
Originally Posted by gssixgun
yes, pour it on. At $23 a bottle, you can afford it.Quote:
Originally Posted by gssixgun
The real question Glen is whether you have tried Absinthe on a coticule?
:)
I have used that stuff as well and found the more i used it the better the edge got, the secret is you need to use a lot of it!
Stimpy
Could we persuade you to try some single malt scotch. I will recommend something in the Glenlivet family.
It's been known to actually dissolve swarf right before your very eyes.
Jerry
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Works better as strop paste, since it's the micro/nano charcoal crystals imparted from the barrel that we are after. Just apply, let dry. Just use leftovers during the drying to kill time. Mmmm?
It might stain the stone but you won't care.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hirlau
Laphroaigh Quarter Cask goes with everything!
I think it's the smoke that gives the edge the final polish it needs.
A Cohiba cigar goes well with it, again "the smoke"! (If you live in the US, to bad! ;))
Everclear would be good sanitize wise, but only good for honing razors made out of aluminum and I leave that to the pros...
Every time I try using bourbon to find the perfect edge I seem to go over the edge. Sometime later when I get back up I can't seem to find the edge and often I can't find the razor or the stone.
