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Could also be a case of the hones. JoeD has posted somewhere about binder strength relative to steel strength and how that can affect honing. Not sure if it is the hones, but something to consider....

You, sir, are far more determined than I. I have yet to use a single razor for long, for any reason. Gotta touch 'em all!!!!

Good luck.

That makes me think it is more a question of what works given your face and technique than your honing. I bet if you used only Sheffield steel for a while, one (or both) would change. ;-p

I would also say that just because you can't get these razors to shave smoothly does not mean that there is anything wrong with your honing. Maybe no one could get them to shave smoothly... Maybe...

I'm confused as to what you're finishing these Sheffield blades on - Shapton, jnat, or coti - and which are giving you harsh edges. Maybe try some chrome ox or stropping on newspaper; these seem to...