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  1. 11-09-2012, 03:46 AM #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by TheLegalRazor View Post
    Over the years I've read numerous posts and articles mentioning a "burr" in relation to honing. However, I've never come across a clear definition of what a burr is. Can you gentlemen help me understand what a burr is?
    Actually, a burr has no relation to razor honing. It is more related to grinding or extreme restoration of edges where multiple strokes with pressure on one side may push steel over the edge, to use a pun.
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