You can set the bevel w/a 4k and slurry, it just takes a bit longer. The 1k just expidites the process making it slightly quicker. You can reset the bevel on a razor that already has one; it won't hurt it too much (except for a little metal off of the spine if you don't tape!). So being the veteran honemeister that I am, I always say "when it doubt, set the bevel"...


Oh btw I'm totally a honing noob so don't listen to me!! You will, however, get some great advice on this site!!