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. . . and it may have a lot to do with how dull we let them get before updating. I often update the razor after only 6 - 8 shaves.

I find overhoning on 8k really hard. It just kinda sticks at sharp for a long time for me. I try not to remove too much metal and I find the pyramid too rough now a days.

If the razor is...

I would do 8-16 strokes with light pressure on the 8K side. I would test shave after every 8 strokes. You may want to try this first before pyramiding.