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I do have a 30x loupe but have not spotted anything out of place. I should qualify that with saying I wear bi-focals and cannot use the loupe without them and see anything. I will look closer though,...

This is my first Japanese natural stone as well. We are still getting to know each other but I think it will be a lifelong affair. Thanks to pointers and advice here I am working with more slurry at...

My Narutaki has a special place to rest when not earning out in the garage.

Got this beauty from http://thejapanblade.com the proprietor Alex, is a gentleman of the first degree, patient, responsive and a wealth of knowledge.

And, thanks Robert!

15 year old anniversary gift. Work is by Cannon Designs, zenlike 3 polished rocks a silver clasp for the sticks. I believe he is a Arizona artist.

From the source: "From the photo tests and sampling the stone that the grit base of this stone to be in the 30,000 range if not higher and with compression will crush finer"

Hardness: 8+/10...

With retirement comes the time for me to indulge our mutual passion for all things straight razors. In that light I have made the commitment to undertake the learning process that may or may not...