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That may explain why honing in an 'X' pattern does not produce an uneven blade. :hmmm: If the pressure on the heal is greater than that on the point, then the heal may simply not require as much...

Oohhhhh... OK... now I think I get it. That seems to make sense for use on a 'smiling blade', but I can't see why that technique would be employed with a 'straight' blade.

- Ken -

:shrug: :shrug: :shrug: :shrug: :shrug:
Um... OK... so I'll just stick with the basic 'X' or straight across for now...

- Ken -

Total newbie question here:

I've heard many people talk about honing (or stropping) their str8's in an 'X' pattern. I have also seen a few video clips / animations depicting this, so I totally...