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That is good, but you don't mention what to clean the razor with between pastes which is of course simply rubbing alcohol. Maybe we should compile a Getting Started file with all this kind of info...

That 6000 grit alone will certainly ruin your edge.
Strop very carefully and try the Hanging Hair test described in the Help Files.
If you're popping hairs, you're shaving sharp. If it won't pass...