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that is correct re; the magic marker method. Any brand will do. I use lighter fluid to wipe it off, alcohol, nail polish remover works too ..... before I go on sharpening the razor .... once I see...

Smiling blade ? If it is chances are you'll have to apply the "rolling X" in order to hone it correctly. Smiling or not, if it is not contacting the hone at all points you'll have to use a honing...