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Jan, if all you have is a Belgian two grit hone then that will be all you need. It will be slower than the Norton but the edge will be more comfortable and maybe sharper. Again, be sure to use a...

The number of strokes varies because what we are doing is gradually getting closer to a shaving edge. After each set of strokes i.e. 3/5 test with the thumb test to see if the edge is sharp enough....

If your strop is new then it is good to go, nothing else is needed.

Contact Joe Chandler for honing and let him know the time constraints you are under.
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It really depends on the specific brand of Japanese hone. I would increae the stroke count by 50% or more initially and see what the results are. Be sure to use a slurry with the Japanese stones....

A 4/8 blade can be tough to hone, only a 3/8 is harder. Keeping the pressure balance even is the difficulty.
What is the name on your razor? Let us know.
If it is a Landers, Fray and Clark then...