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    I have quite a few Henckels both in carbon and stainless steel. Some of the Friodurs are more difficult than others for sure. I have no idea why. I do really like my NOS 250 as well. I agree that the dropping of their straight razor lines is sad. They sat on top for a really long time.
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    My Friodur is still one of my favorites. It doesn't get as much use in the rotation though.

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    Well here is the update.

    I lightly honed the chip out of the blade with a 600 grit diamond hone. just followed the existing radius and now you can't tell it was ever there. Getting a shave ready edge on the Friodur was as many of you mentioned, time consuming. I set the bevel with the 4k side of my Norton and finished it on 8K. Took about 3.5 hrs but she shaves like a dream. Now I know what many of you are saying. Should have set the bevel on a 1K. Your right, but I don't yet have one. It took a little longer but the good old Norton 4K/8k combo came through for me again.

    I must say that this is an exquisite blade. I really like the heft of it and the quality is obvious. It Just mows down the stubble.

    Thank you all for your suggestions.

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    Quote Originally Posted by scag315 View Post
    My Friodur is still one of my favorites. It doesn't get as much use in the rotation though.

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    Can you give me any background information on this blade. I just purchased one off of ebay, although not as nearly in good of condition, and I would like to know about when it was made. Any other information you might have would be great as well.

    Thanks

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    Here is a reference chart to the changes in their logo over time. It will give you a very general timeline
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    nice chart Shaun, thanks for sharing
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    I'd like to take more credit but I got it when someone else posted it. Being a Henckels buff I couldn't help but save it.
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    The grinders at Henckels surely were excellent. Esp in the old days.
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