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https://www.badgerandblade.com/forum/threads/honing-a-straight-razor.649214/
1st you want to make sure your stones are flat (million different ways, just google it to see what is best for you. 2nd, the 8k and 12k will be a great combo if the razor already had a shaving edge. Whenever it starts to tug I would go to the 8k then the 12k. 3rd, each razor is different so there isn't really a magic number. Your time on the 8k stone will depend on how much wear/tear the edge

https://sharpologist.com/ultimate-guide-straight-razor-honing-part-1/
"Shave Ready": A straight razor that has completed the entire honing process and is sharp enough to comfortably shave one's face. "HHT" or "Hanging Hair Test": Measured in a scale of 1-5 and performed by taking a single strain of hair and slicing it on a straight razor blade. Measured in a scale of 1-5 by the ease of the slice. "X-Stroke": process of honing a razor over a

https://shavesmith.com/how-to-hone-a-straight-razor/
The Basic Process: Make sure your razor is quality steel and made well. Sharpen your razor on a 1,000 grit stone to establish the "bevel" of the straight razor. Polish this bevel with higher grit stones in a progression. I.e. 2,000 then 4,000, then 8,000. Polish with your "finishing stone.". Usually a 10-16,000 grit stone.

https://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/straight-razor-honing.58564/
Honing and refreshing an edge are totally different topics. You can "get by" with say a Norton 4/8k combination stone. You can set a bevel on the 4k with some time and effort, which is where the 1K comes into play. You can shave off the 8k, which is where the 12K comes into play. I get good results with the Nortons 1/4/8K and 1 micron lapping film as the finisher.

https://onlyknife.com/how-to-hone-a-straight-razor/
Types of Stones for Honing. How to Sharpen and Hone a Straight Razor in 4 Steps. Step 1: Decide Which Stones and Grits to Use. Step 2: Prepare the Honing Stones. Step 3: Get the Right Honing Technique. Step 4: Dry and Inspect the Razor's Edge. Final Thoughts.

https://coolerhunt.com/should-i-hone-my-straight-razor/
Begin by soaking your sharpening stone in water for about 10 to 15 minutes. Once the stone is ready, place it on a stable surface and hold your razor at a 20-degree angle against the stone. Using light pressure, move the blade across the stone in smooth, circular motions, alternating sides every few strokes.

https://www.razoremporium.com/bloga-quick-guide-to-properly-honing-your-straight-razor/
Leading With the Edge. Always lead with the edge while honing. The heel of the blade should start each stroke, and the tip should follow. Ensure you maintain a consistent angle as you work the blade across the stone. The common practice is a 20-degree bevel for most scenarios.

https://shavestraightandsafe.com/the-guide-to-honing-straight-razors-part-1/
Used to test the bevel set of a straight razor by lightly pulling the thumb across the blade. "TNT": Thumb nail test. Used to test the bevel set of a straight razor by gently guided the blade over the thumb nail. Different Types Of Honing Abrasives: There are many different tools to get your straight razor "shave-ready".

https://www.kentofinglewood.com/blogs/news/how-to-hone-sharpen-your-straight-razor-by-hand
Start by using the technique described above, with slight pressure applied evenly along the spine of the razor. Avoid pressing near the edge as it can warp the steel, and never press hard on the razor. Do 20 passes on the stone, strop your blade and check your edge. If it cuts, move up to the next stone.

https://www.theartofshaving.com/straight-razor-howto/
Allow the razor's weight to guide the shave. Avoid Digging or Pushing: Maintain an angle of about 30 degrees between the razor and your face to achieve optimal blade contact with the skin. This reduces the risk of cuts and ensures a close shave. Remember, finesse and technique matter more than force. Feel/Hear the Feedback: While shaving, pay

https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/shaving/how-to-straight-razor-shave/
Start off by shaving the right side of your face. Reach over your head with your left hand and draw the skin upward with your fingers, thus making a smooth shaving surface. Shave downward until you clear about half the right cheek. Slide the left hand down further until the fingers rest in the middle of the cheek.

https://www.straightrazorplace.com/index.php?threads/honing-and-what-i-think.46/
Jul 18, 2019. #1. Howdy, I have been thinking the last few days about the whole honing a straight razor scenario and it has led to some great memories and insight for me. It was just over 10 years ago that after shaving with a straight razor on and off for 25 years, that I really decided I wanted to learn how to hone my own razors.

https://shave.net/how-to-hone-a-straight-razor
Wipe the hone clean with a dry rag. Place a few drops of oil, water or lather on the surface of the hone. Using oil may require more honing, but the ultimate edge will likely be more smooth than by simply using water. Place the hone on a flat surface, place the razor flat against the hone.

https://www.asharperrazor.com/a-basic-straight-razor-honing-guide-for-beginners
The first thing that needs to be done is the bevel. The razor should be able to shave some arm hairs coming off the 1k stone. The razor should also pass the marker test (explained in the actual honing section). If the razor is too dull to shave anything, more work is needed. The razor should behave like a very sharp pocket knife.

https://www.straightrazorplace.com/index.php?threads/beginners-honing-journey.1026/
Howdy SRP Members, I have been wet shaving for over 11 years now. Started straight razor shaving in 2010 and was apart of this community back then. At the time, Whipped Dog was the recommended starting point. Shave ready straight razor, poor man's strop and a piece of balsa wood with Chromium oxide on it. This will be my starting point.

https://www.esquire.com/style/grooming/how-to/g2382/how-to-shave-with-a-straight-razor/
2. Pick up some pre-shave oil and apply it liberally. If your skin is sensitive, this will help prevent razor burn. 3. After applying shaving cream (extra points for using a lather brush), start

https://www.badgerandblade.com/forum/wiki/Interactive_Guide_to_Straight_Razor_Shaving
Honing How-To Guides. How to lap/flatten your hone. Creating the Initial Bevel. Polishing and Establishing the Shaving Sharp Edge. Finishing via Hones. Finishing with a pasted strop. Edge Thickness (AKA Sharpness) Tests Vs. Edge Uniformity Tests - Bevel Creation Guide. Finding a honemeister to hone my straight razor.

https://straightrazorplace.com/index.php?threads/having-a-hard-time-getting-a-smooth-sharp-edge.358/
Because the edge was severely uneven, with a "smile" and a "frown" it took a lot of work to smooth things out. Ultimately, I ended up taking about 1/4 off the edge, resulting in about a 5/8 final width. Because I knew I would be taking so much width off, I chose to leave the spine untaped, allowing the spine and edge to come to a new

http://www.themoderngladiator.com/2014/03/05/the-cutting-edge-the-resurgence-of-the-straight-razor-shave/
The increased popularity of upscale barbershops, such as Frank's Barbershop in Knoxville, TN, has put the straight razor shave back in front of the mainstream male. Let's take a peek at Frank's Barbershop and see why they are consistently voted the No.1 Barbershop in America. Frank's team. I f you have never experienced a straight razor

https://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/straight-razor-barber-in-pigeon-forge.15032/
Well I've searched high and low and made phone call after phone call, but I'm just coming up with nothing. I can't seem to find a barber in Pigeon Forge that will do a straight razor shave. My friend of 18 years is getting married Saturday in Pigeon Forge. He has expressed interest in getting a straight-razor shave the morning of the wedding.

https://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=barber&find_loc=Maryville%2C+TN
Traditional Straight Razor Shave. What are people saying about barbers in Maryville, TN? This is a review for barbers in Maryville, TN: "I recently went to this local barber shop and I can honestly say that it was the best cut I've had in a while. The barbers were extremely friendly and nice. The atmosphere was joyful and pleasing.

https://booksy.com/en-us/s/head-shave/35641_maryville
Straight Razor Head Shave $30.00. 30min. Book Hunter + 5 more options Haircut $33.00. 30min. Book Dillan + 5 more options Haircut & Hot Shave $60.00. 1h. Book Dillan + 5 more options 5.0 320 reviews In the Cut