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That makes sense as additional honing with tape can permanently change the geometry of the blade by a small amount, which may be enough to offset the issues. And some blades that are overheated...

Not knocking any particular maker BUT, if a razor edge performs better(edge retention and chipping is part of performance among others) then whoever makes the blade should tweek the angle to be honed...

I have never felt an edge was better with a micro bevel than without it. YMMV and many do it regularly. I find the whole tape thing to be another PITA. I do tape wedges and razors with goldwash and...