Thread: When do you know?

Excellent advice guys - thanks very much.

I have got into restoration because a) I'm fascinated by these things and b) I'm an avid woodworker who currently does not have access to a large workshop, so small-scale projects like this are perfect. I have also really enjoyed discovering what it is like to work on horn and other scale materials too. I also recognize fully that I am a *long* way away from working on other peoples' razors and so have focused entirely on ebay and antique store finds, and really for my own enjoyment rather than for sale.

Bruno's point about honing is very well taken and is the main reason I recognize I am far from working on others' blades. I'm still learning this process (and thoroughly enjoying that learning!) and while I can put a good edge on a nice straight blade without bad hone wear or general wonkiness, I'm still a student of the art form in most real-world situations. Until I have that figured out, I'm more than happy doing my own thing for the sheer enjoyment of it.

And while I've said this before it bears frequent repeating: THANK YOU to all here who have so generously and freely given of your knowledge, skills, and experience. It is very much appreciated!