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I don't have an Iwasaki. I do have one of the Kanetake razors that OLD_SCHOOL sells, and also a NOS Yasuki steel razor that both seem to have full spikes.

You do need to focus when using them. I...

JeffE - thanks for the help.

I used the slight pressure toward the edge and honed one of the razors this morning.

It worked!!

There was minimal wear at the 'high point', and the edge got...

That's the point I meant (not the true spine, I guess). I just didn't know what to refer to it as.

'High point of the non-stamped side' works for me. :)

I've noticed the tape wear too. I guess...

I mostly use and hone regular western-style razors, and I only tape the spine if absolutely necessary (full wedge, for eg.).

I also have a few Kamisori, and have been wondering about them, re:...