G'day Mcduck and welcome to the SRP Aussie community
I would strongly suggest you take Geoff up on his offer
I have had some great times with him and learned heaps about razors and honing
He is one of the many great guys here on SRP

I don't know much about honing yet, but I learn something each time I have a go
I also live in Ipswich area, so feel free to drop me a pm
Great to hear about your success with the Straight Razor
Strap yourself in and enjoy the ride

Rick