Thread: Microscope for iPhone?

I agree totally, I have had a couple of razors that have shaved quite well and haven't looked so hot under my scope. I think it's difficult to get an accurate representation of what an edge can do under a microscope. That being said I do like to look at it under the scope to see if there are any chips etc. I think a stereoscopic microscope gives a better image for analysis, I also think those microscopes are out of my price range lol.

Originally Posted by onimaru55

I imagine it's quite hard to take a pic without moving. The first pic (Ern) is much clearer than the 2nd. Can't really tell anything about the Shumate.
The Ern however looks to have some tiny microchips just left of centre but sometimes a piece of dust may give that illusion.

I think the mag. is plenty. I use pretty low mag loupes while working. 8-10x.
I use one of the Veho 20-200x when I want pics but you cannot determine a smooth shave without shaving.
If the shave is bad & the edge looks bad, well it's further confirmation but a razor can shave superbly & not look so hot under the scope. Here are 2 Puma Edges. Both shave equally well but the first one looks more 'toothy'. Appearances can be deceiving.

Originally Posted by straightrazorheaven

I agree totally, I have had a couple of razors that have shaved quite well and haven't looked so hot under my scope. I think it's difficult to get an accurate representation of what an edge can do under a microscope. That being said I do like to look at it under the scope to see if there are any chips etc. I think a stereoscopic microscope gives a better image for analysis, I also think those microscopes are out of my price range lol.

My honing experience is still fairly limited. However, using a microscope has been helpful. So far, there doesn’t seem to be any one single thing that is definitive. You look at the edge under the microscope, you do a thumb nail test, you check to see if it shaves arm hair at the surface or standing, and finally shave test it. But these little things are helpful all along the way. I like using a microscope with a new/old blade to see what state it’s in. Then as I begin, I can watch the bevel being formed, see chips or pits cleaned up, monitor how evenly the edge is being worked by the hone, and see the cutting edge take shape. For me, it provides valuable feedback.