Thread: Another honing article: peer review asked

Originally Posted by Lynn

Hi Bart,
I have found that instead of the normal X stroke done usually at 90 degrees that the 45 degree angle is excellent for making sure the entire edge crosses the stone.

Your diagrams are excellent.

Thanks,

Lynn

I have been using the 45degree angle for several months now and think it is the better way to go.

You have done a great service to the straight razor community in taking the time to produce these works. I have no doubt that anyone can take something valuable from these articles regardless of their current honing skill level and I would like to thank you taking the time to compile your knowledge in a very clear and organized format (I know how long producing something of this quality can take). My only regret regarding these articles is that I wish that I had half the clarity of speech/writing in my one and only language that you have in your second. Keep up the killer work brother!

David