Thanks for the info, and yes, I do tend to over work things to the point of confusion. When I look at all the stuff regarding SR shaving, the complexity and certainly the given skills necessary to retain a sharp blade. I cannot say that I honestly have those skills despite the years I have been shaving with a SR. There have been a lot of rough times with it and purchase of stones to get an edge that has been workable. The Nortons seem to be working fine for me these past years. I am still trying to get a handle on the bevel. Only wish there were someone really close to me who has done this for ages. I am not able to travel any distance. Even 40 miles can put a tough time on me because of my prevailing conditions. So. What I have been doing the past 40 years does not imply that I have been doing anything right. Again. Thanks.