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Until your post, I always considered that to be the thumb pad test, rather than the alternative. I don't think what is described as the TPT in the Wiki is of any use for razors.

Don't put your finger on the spine. That will just create other problems. Hone the way Lynn showed you and just practice keeping the blade flat. Occasional mis-strokes will not create multiple...

Well, I can get a decent shave off of a 1k, but that doesn't mean I prefer it. The advice of not moving up from the 8k simply means that you should not try to fix a poor 8k edge with a higher grit. ...