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TC it really depends on the hone. Almost all of them were made with homogenous material but the surface prep made it work better. After gentle lapping the surface can be reconditioned and burnished...

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I have never seen a barber hone worn to that degree. Yes, if the back side is the one that is more dished, then I certainly would not attempt to lap it flat.

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Is the back side better or worse in condition and oiliness? Because it has a larger honing surface, the back side is more desirable for use, depending on its condition.