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Thanks all for the advice, I think I will grind the convex shape out to a more hollow style to help me when I do a proper hone when my new stone comes.

Will update any progress as and when.
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A couple more questions if I can?

Is there a minimum angle that will produce a good shave or should I try to get the finest edge I can? I am not too sure how successful my heat treating was but do...

Hi new member here,

Been rained off work so have been in the garage pottering around until 'I know I will make a straight razor'!

I had some 3mm 01 tool steel that I bought to make a knife so...