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OK. Anyone who wishes to use calculations as part of their analysis to determine whether or not to tape are welcome to do so. They are also welcome to reserve some time on a scanning electron...

There is a difference between the words "calculation" and "analysis."

Nope. The greatest tape residue remover is the tape itself. Dab the sticky side of the tape that you just pulled off (it's already in your hand so that helps make it the greatest) onto the residue...

As respectfully and politely as possible...

Neither of these statements are correct.

Spine wear occurs only during the time the steel is in direct contact with the stone. Tape blocks that...

It will wear the spine. This is more the case on the 1k but all hones will wear the spine. It's a matter of degree, personal preference, and honer skill.

If you mean the transition from taped 1k to un-taped 3k, then simply hone away on the 1k with tape and don't worry about the wear on the tape as long is it does not wear all the way through. When...