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I get more comfort from the 0.5 micron chrome oxide and it gives me a very sharp edge. The 0.25 diamond is even sharper but feels uncomfortable to my skin.

To each his own,:)

Since I take medications my skin is more sensitive to irritation. Thats why I want a more comfortable edge.
Closeness is not an issue for me.

Sorry for the late response. To remove excess paste from a paddle strop just wipe it with a papertowel or first apply some GOOP hand cleaner, rub it around then remove with a paper towel or some such.

To me there is a noticeable difference. I am almost at the point where I may stop using the 0.25. It can be to sharp for me on some razors. What I am trying to do now is to find the abrasive that...

I researched and put together this info some time ago.

Grits:
Dovo Red = 2-4 micron
Dovo Green = 6
Dovo Black =1
TI paste =2

Sometimes the paste is applied to thick and this will dull the...

I put researched and put together this info some time ago.

Grits:
Dovo Red = 2-4 micron
Dovo Green = 6
Dovo Black =1
TI paste =2

Sometimes the paste is applied to thick and this will dull...

The best rule of thumb is to use a progressively smaller micron size.