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The Naniwa 12k hone gives me a darn fine edge. You will have fun.

Some tugging has less to do with the edge than your "Lathering".
Whisker prep is important.... too much soaking and the skin...

They are one of the few good old school razor makers left.
They will ship it safe and sound.

Shave ready is up in the air.
My now decades old new TI was sharp enough new but the bevel was not...