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01-20-2009, 07:55 PM #1Senior Member
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Some sharpness tests
Here's another video I made of some non-standard sharpness tests I use. These are tests that don't require one to develop a feel for them. They're more objective than subjective. They only really tell you if the razor is dull or not, they don't really let you know how sharp a razor is.
Again, it's available in HD.
YouTube - Straight Razor Sharp Tests
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01-20-2009, 08:38 PM
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Very neat and creative. Well done!
01-20-2009, 09:23 PM
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A bright light is an extremely effective honing aid!!!!
01-20-2009, 09:33 PM
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Thanks for that. I thought it was very well done.
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01-21-2009, 03:23 AM
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Awesome, Jason. Light reflection is the only way to see the edge with the naked eye and your interpretations are excellent. You taught me something very useful and definitive here today.
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01-21-2009, 04:05 AM
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thanks that is cool!
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Great video. !
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01-21-2009, 04:49 AM
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Excellent video! I had never heard of the pin test before.
Very nicely done,
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01-21-2009, 07:58 AM
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Glad you all like it. I'm all for sharing info to anyone who's willing to listen, though I do know quite abit that is mostly useless too
AFAIK the 'pin test' is new. I actually use my fingers to feel for a wire edge. I just thought something with a sharp point or edge would would be easier for those who can't feel a wire edge like I'm able to.Originally Posted by randydance062449
Excellent video! I had never heard of the pin test before.
Very nicely done,
01-21-2009, 08:29 AM
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BRAVO !!!
Great video and very helpful.
Thank you
