So if you have read this thread: http://straightrazorpalace.com/strop...wool-felt.html

You'll know that I got some .25 diamond spray and threw it on a nice hard pressed felt strop. You'll also know, that I wasn't having too much luck with it - as I felt it made my blades too keen and produced a harsh shave.

OK so I hadn't finished experimenting with the .25, but I got a PM from Marty who said he might be able to help. Since he offered to set me up - how could I say no?

His solution? CBN!

I never tried the stuff, so I was more than glad to give it a shot! His package arrived at my door today. Thanks Marty!!

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One treated paper strop and a water spritzer.

Here it is hanging on my towel rack.

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Now I was also given instructions, but for the sake of time, the key things to note is that I am to work my blade on some .25 diamond, but then work the blade over the .5 CBN for a bit, followed by the .125 CBN.

He assures me that this, even after the .25 diamond which was causing me to have too keen a shave, will create a smoother experience. The spritzer is so I can mosten the paper treated CBN strop before use.


To put it all to the test, I have chosen a blade that has always straddled keen just off the stones. I have calmed her down and love the blade, but if this stuff is to do what is claimed, this is the perfect blade to experiment on - that and i know the blade well.

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The test subject

To be fair, I touched up my Boker this evening and just shaved with it - lovely and smooth.

This weekend, I'll apply some .25 diamond to it. I expect it'll be hell. After confirmation of a too keen blade, I'll begin the CRN treatment.

I intend to strop the first day using the CRN with both the .5 and the .125. Then I'll only strop the blade on the .125 for 7 more shaves before seeing how long I can go without any treatments.

It should be fun!!

I am posting now as I go along to bring anyone who's interested along for the ride. That and so I can post when its all fresh in my mind.

I'll report back sometime this weekend.