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Howard, i have that exact microscope, and it was a very good purchase. There used to be a great thread(i think gone after server crash) that showed many pictures of a razor's edge under a microscope...

During the past week of honing, stropping, and shaving, i have gotten minimal improvements. I think i am doing better on my new strop, but am not confident in the edge coming off the 8k hone. I'd...

Okay, i'll stick with the razor i am having more success with and the pyramid system. My shave today was the best I've had so far, though I still am experiencing some pulling and should be able to...

I had been using a pyramid system, but recently abandoned it because i read some information saying that its pretty hard to overhone a razor. I go from 4k to 8k after passing the thumbnail test, and...

This thread is a continuation on my pre-crash thread on trying to get a sharp enough razor to shave with. During the past few days, i have been working with a set of 3 razors, honing them on my...