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It wasn't free :cool:

The going rate for the advice is for you to use the hone, get at least one razor shave-ready, shave with it 5-15 times, touch it up, shave 5-15 times and repeat the process...

I actually find that strange because my 8k feels smoother than my Japanese stones. Try lapping it first, just in case. Smoothe out the edges, while you're at it.