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in regards to the Norton 220/1000 combo stone, it seems that many feel 220 is far too low grit for use on razors. would swapping that out for a DMT 1200 or Naniwa 1k be wise? it seems to work out...

i see. thanks for the info through out this thread. i was expecting a little less investment to get this hobby kick started. supposed to be a cheap alternative to my other interests (computers,...

$150 isn't really a cheap investment. i mean, razor sharpening is the only thing i'm going to be using this for. that's a little bit of change for it's use.

i see. i suppose i'll grab a couple norton combo stones and an off name "antique" razor and get to it rather than take my W&B straight to the stones.
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thanks for the advice on the paper test :)

well it wouldn't just be for fun. i'd like to get into restoring some of my antique store finds. razors seem to be fairly simple devices so restoring...

hey guys.

my interest in shaving with a straight is largely a cost saving one. being the case i've opted to surf antique shops for old razors rather than purchasing new. the situation ends up...