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Thread: Can't get this razor sharp!
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02-05-2013, 02:40 PM #21
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Think of it as washing, polishing & waxing your car (resetting a bevel & maintaining your edge) versus a total paintjob (restoring a blade). Both can be easily enough done if you have the knowledge & experience, but one is much easier to learn & less labor intensive than the other.
Just FYI, there are MANY honing mentors here on SRP. All you have to do is just ask, pick ONE & stick with them. If it isn't working out, tell them and find another. This (learning to hone) isn't something you will pick up overnight nor is it rocket science...just a learned skill. You can learn thru the mail system, but finding someone who you can work with Face-to-Face is best.
I'm with Bill, setting this razor aside for the time being (if it is yours) and start with another. ALWAYS use tape until you are proficient at honing a razor & have fun with it.Southeastern Oklahoma/Northeastern Texas helper. Please don't hesitate to contact me.
Thank you and God Bless, Scott
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02-05-2013, 03:09 PM #22
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