Thread: How do you refurbish a used razor?

Is there a standard tune-up process you guys use after purchasing a used razor?


I'm completely new at this and just picked up my first straight razor. It has been used, but seems in good shape and I don't see any nicks along the cutting edge of this one, which is in part why I chose it. I wonder if I'd be ok just honing it, or if it needs some kind of rougher sharpening first.


I've gone through cleanup/ tuning/ sharpening rituals with used hand planes, and wonder if there is a similar liturgy for straight razors.


Incidentally, is anyone familiar with the razor I just bought? It is a King brand, the model is Karbon King 5/8.


Thanks!