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That is a good example of a time to tape the edge and flatten out the spine! No sense in eating up your edge if the razor is that far out of whack.

I have quite a few razors that are similar to...

Many disagree with Dr. matt on this. But having a razor with a proper set "bevel" not the edge makes a world of different. Bevel meaning the entire blade from spine to edge sits flat on the stone...

Cool well... I guess you guys answered my semi question/observation which was:
some straights just aren't very good shavers/don't take quite the edge that they should. These couple razors get very...

oh I knoooow everytime I go to a local radio shack they don't have it in stock, then I end up forgetting all about ordering one until i'm honing again. Its a terrible cycle.
I want to REALLY see...

Did this guy ever figure it out? I have a couple razors here that will get pretty sharp, but won't get that last tiny bit sharp that gives a comfy shave. Its a dovo and vintage restore, everything...