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Yup, you will need the same amount of tape, but Chrome Oxide and leather should keep it shaving for a long time.

Sounds like you have a good Coticule, should be fine for touch ups. You might try 3...

How much tape and how wide is the bevel on the wedge?

As Shaun said, look at the edge and make sure you have fully set the bevel.

In another thread Glen mentioned the disconnect with novice...