Thread: Robert Williams French point question

Originally Posted by rolodave

+1. Know your limitations but always try to expand your capabilities.

Dave

That would make a nice signature...

I've cautioned few beginners when I've sold them razors with really sharp points, and given them instructions how to mute it if they prove too spiky indeed.

It doesn't take special skills, just a little caution and few seconds on a hone.

Just put the sharp point on the hone and move back and forth few times (I prefer in a slightly rounded way so that the muting is round instead of mitered). Do not move the razor perpendicular to it's plane because that may be too much stress for full hollow grind. Here's a quick sketch: