Quote Originally Posted by JMS View Post
When I first started I often dulled my blade on the linen often, but after a year or 2 I got the hang of it and now, after more than 15 years my edges are lasting considerably longer.
If this is just experience please post and show me that its just experience. Until then, I believe it is the linen that allows me to go so long between touch ups.
I think ya touched on the "Rub" there Mark.... Linen once learned will extend the life of the edge, just like many other factors, like proper prep and proper angles, even proper stropping on leather...

But yes I agree with your theory here about the linen I use a 25/50 linen/leather every shave and I truly think it extends the life of the edge....