Quote Originally Posted by gssixgun View Post
I might have missed it in the thread, I did only look real quick...

But to put a number or a time on how long the edge will last for an individual is an unrealistic expectation, there are way to many variables in there...
Some people touch a Barber's hone before every shave, some have to re-touch yearly, some have made it 600 shaves..

You will normally find that as your Technique gets better then the edge lasts longer, but Technique plays second fiddle to your beard
Not to belabour Glen's point, but doesn't the quality of the razor itself demand first chair in the orchestra of sharpness? Not all razors are equal in materials, design, or craftsmanship. Just my $0.02.