Bert,
I'm not sure how the process works or how it is intended to work. I only mentioned what I remember reading. However, have you looked at the old keys on your ring and noticed how the most used are really worn? And that's only from rubbing them lightly with your fingertips. Nature she works in mysterious ways.:shrug: I keep telling myself that when it seems that only the honemeisters can make razors sharp.
AHA! To heck with the linen, rub the razor on your fingertips...
Ooop-, B-u--
:td