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Would you still need a flattening stone? I'm so confused about flattening stones :aargh:

Can't I use these to extend time between hones? A bottle cost $20 and honing costs me $45.

He's giving me this stuff for free, really hoping they are in good condition. He has been cutting my hair for 20+ years, top bloke. He uses a shavette for work and a DE for home.

On another note,...

I wanted to put it off for at least a year, I was thinking 2, just so I'll have a clear idea what shave ready means and how long it takes to dull etc...

I'll be using the modular paddle which I...

You guys are all awesome :) I was very tentative about posting this as I knew it was a YMMV thing but I'm glad I did now lol

What is a barber's hone? A finishing stone?

My local barber said he...

And in your experience? Time between your very first SR shave and when you needed to hone? I understand everyone is different and I'm not looking for an exact answer. More like 1-3, 3-6 or more in...

I'm a beginner with zero stropping experience. Honing services cost £30-35 or $45 in UK, a brand new shave ready dovo costs £80. While I plan on honing myself in a few years if I'm going to hone more...

How often will I need to hone. TI c-135 steel, I shave everyday, medium beard thickness, will refresh with diamond .5 micron spray. Rough estimate please.