Originally Posted by
smokelaw1
Yes. And I love it. I'm sure my great grandfather's razor would be sold as "not shave ready" onthis site. He got fine shaves out of it though. If I hone a razor and it doesn't come out super smooth, not anywher NEAR a honemaster level...it still gives a damned fine shave if I do my part.
BUT...when I get a good blade silly, stupid sharp and silly, stupid smooth...(I did it once, I swear!)...man, is that a thing of beauty. I don't know how many folks had those in 1850, though I bet some did...and I bet some even appreciated it!