Hi All,

I was just wondering....

People recommend Diamond paste for Stainless or TI razors but others say that Chromium Oxide feels better on the face. I am going to buy a bench hone from Tony and I wanted to buy a 0.5 micrometer paste for it. Now I have a Dovo Stainless razor and was wondering if Chromium is hard enough for it or if I need to go for a diamond paste.
As well smooth leather is fine right? or is Balsa better?
My main concern is the razor and the shave.

Thanks,

Ivan