Thread: Quick question I have not seen answered...

Originally Posted by Chevhead

So basically if I go with light to no pressure tape is not "really" necessary..

Depends on the razor & what needs doing. The only absolute is that stone abrades steel & you should be in control of where & why.

A light restoration on a hollow grind with mint geometry or a new razor can be honed with no tape & introduce minimal spine wear if you have the hands. Notice I say minimal & not nil spine wear but even from the factory there is some spine wear so the degree again is your choice.
The bevel set may take less than 5 mins on said razor & may even be achieved with a 2-5K hone.

A 100yr + wedge is another can of worms.