I found a little shop that have a few razors (used). I picked one up to practice honing with. I have been trying to use the pyramid but this thing wouldn't cut butter. Is Silver Steel harder than Carbon? Do the strokes have to be increased if it is a harder steel? Under a magnifier on one side I see a black line that runs the length of the blade. I have back honed it trying to get it out but no luck.
Any help would be appreciated.
Donald