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I would say if you want to refresh an edge, touch it up a pasted strop would be fine. I believe a barber hone is a bit coarser so it might bring a duller edge back until you can get to a hone. IOW,...

Indeed you do and what a PITA. One of the benefits I received when I stopped using tape for anything but a damascus (pattern welded) or decorated spine. OTOH, if you are using a pasted strop you...