Barber hone coaching wanted
I feel like I'm in an abusive relationship with my barber hones: I love them, but they don't treat me right.
Right now I have five: the three-hone package from Tilly with the Gem, cushion strop and lithide, a red-brown hone, and a Swaty.
I've tussled with them several times and always been disappointed, particularly with the Swaty. The hones just seem to dull my edges. My razors come off the Norton 8K with an edge that passes the HHT easily.
Would a few members who consider themselves barber hone pros be willing to give me some coaching here?
I guess I'd start with the Swaty and lithide. Would you use either of these after a Norton 8K, or are they about the same level?
Are there any techiques you've picked up that really made a difference?
I'll try your suggestions and report back on my progress.
Thanks,
Josh