Cangooner, I certainly see what Ace said about variables-there's a lot. When you say "honing" I assume you're talking about a wetstone? Or something else? Is this something I can do? (or should do?), rather than sending it out. In order to keep a sharp blade does one need more than just a strop? I've seen video of a guy holding a hair between his thumb and forefinger and was able to cut the hair easily with the razor. I tried that and my blade wouldn't even come close to doing it. Wouldn't cut the hair. Is this a good test? How do I achieve this? Thanks for chatting. Take Care.

(one last question: how do I customize my profile pic like you've done?)