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Actually I believe you CAN get by with less, should you desire.

I love stories like this. You come here and find out what else you "need". Nah, you get things because you want them. They're fun. For me, it's the challenge of learning a new stone or method. ...

Well...no.
I guess first define what is too much work for you. You can always send your razors out.
Typically; pastes/ sprays/ compounds are used to freshen up an edge. Forefathers used barbers...

It didn't work because you're using a microscope and not a face to test an edge.

You can get them too harsh. Happens when too much time is spent on high grit finishers. If you're on a synthetic for as long as you say you need to go back and work the bevel more. Never had it...