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I'm working on it. I've got a pretty good shot at 45deg. I'm trying to get it closer to 60deg. The lighting gets pretty tricky.

Tim Z.

Guys,

Please remember, this was just a simple study of how quickly the stones cut. Along with the depth, size, and frequency of the scratch pattern on the bevel.

Also, it was using my blade,...

I'm a left over genetic engineer (specializing in forestry) who took a strange turn in life.

I would be interested in taking pictures of the Japanese stuff. I haven't gone in to that as I can't...

The "without slurry" stones were lapped with 2000 grit silicon carbide. Next, they were washed to remove all stray grit. They were used wet without attempting to develop a slurry. Since only the...

I did take some pictures of the Arkansas. But, they didn't come out well. The stone is just too translucent for a good picture.

Tim Z.

Yup.

Tim Z.

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Would you be willing to conduct this experiment with some barber hones and pasted strop compounds as well?

Sure, as time permits. I'll be keeping the blade I used in the tests to use in the...

I just finished doing an initial study, with pictures. I thought some of you might be interested.

http://www.tzknives.com/razorhones.html

Eventually, there will be more, and better pictures.
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