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Sure - one more vote for angling the hone. I do this with even with my Escher and the slurry runs a bit...

I find it's just too unnatural to hold the hone otherwise (horizontal) in my hand
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I think it's high time that we voted Michael a Honemeister. Yes, he doesn't offer honing services but his understanding and skills certainly make him one. And don't get me started on his willingness...

I have a wedge that passes the HHT but I still think it needs lots of work before I take it to my face :) - of course, HHT is very subjective, etc.

I definitely recommend the 45 for the lower...

Curtis,

from what I hear everyone is having harder time getting these well honed. I'd choose one with a good grind geometry and no warps and stick with it, as many sessions as needed. Do they pass...