Well, I believe I've done the same thing that many other first timers have done while stopping...I've dulled my blade. It doesn't seem to pass any of the sharpness tests.

Now what do I do?

Is re-honing the only way to recover? If so, is it necessary to go the full norton 4k/9k stone or will a barber's hone do the trick?

What are your thoughts?

Thanks.