frame of reference with a truly shave ready razor is how you will find out if yours are there, but first you need to learn how to shave well with a straight. as to sharpening a knife not so tough, never heard a dead deer or a tomato complaining about the edge being rough. i used to think it was the same but no.. as to just needing something to sharpen, must be a lonely life if thats what your looking forward to. enjoy the hole, some fall into it, some dont, but its a great way to shave,