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The general consensus on this forum is that you should routinely tape the spine when honing. I am one of the few dissenters. I think tape should only be used when it is needed. Your call. I am not...

I have tried barber hones and I still have a couple of 3-line Swatys but haven't used them in a few years. I have found that for myself, they don't leave much of a shaving edge without the lather and...