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@Euclid440 thanks! I just need to wait for some of the items to come in and I can give it a try.

Just an update...

I ordered a Naniwa 12K and DMT 325, a member is sending me some Cr-Ox, and I think I have a bead on a bench strop.

I still need to PM members in the area to see if anyone can...

Thanks for the info. I guess I've got a decision to make as to whether to send this blade back for the free honing, or to try to bring it back with a 12k and pasted strops and if at doesn't work send...

Thanks! I think I looked once to see if any mentors, and there weren't any, but you've got another good idea that I'll have to look at. I should look a bit in Eastern MA too, as it's and easy trip to...

@HardCase, yes others are mentioning concerns about the Norton flattening stone. I'll look into the DMT or iWood. I definitely want to give the honing a go, but am taking my time to get the needed...

Oh yeah... I'm planning on using that. I wanted to get the loupe (next week), so I can closely inspect the blade (and the Spike as a reference), so that I can learn more about my mistakes.

Yes, I'll put more info area in sig. I'm in NH, near the Manchester area.

I looked closely at it today. It looks like, at the spot mentioned , and a bit closer to the toe, there are small shiny spots. I notice it more looking at the blade from the side, especially on the...

I'll try the higher lap count, and will use the towel I have on hand.


Good to know about the Norton lapping stone! I was seeing quite a bit of videos and discussions on the DMT. I saw the info...

That's seems to be the common theme, and what advice I was following with the hone purchases. Will try to get the basics working.



The Spike was a relatively low cost blade. Initially, I was...

Thanks for the info on the refresh you do. Is the CrOx put on a linen strop? Do you use a hanging strop or paddle?

I'm super cautious with both straights, taking 40-45 mins to shave! I go very...

Good idea. I suspect it may have contacted the cup or something.


Thanks! I was wondering what would be a good approach. Will likely send this in for honing, once I get my magnifying glass and...

Hi,

Background:

New to SR shaving (From DE). I have two shave ready razors, one a new Dovo with a free honing available. The other a used Spike. Both were bought shave ready (and are). I've...