Hi guys, I got into straight shaving a few months ago and have found it quite addictive! What started as one straight has turned into a handful. Anyway, I feel like I have a good grasp for what a nice edge feels like and a few of my razors are starting to pull.
I have acquired all of my razors in shave ready condition. I have been maintaining with a pasted balsa strop but that isn't improving the edge anymore. So at this point I feel like it is time to invest in a legit hone. I've already done a fair amount of research and am looking at the Naniwa SS 12k. My question is, will the Naniwa 12k be able to bring the razors that are pulling back to a proper edge, or will I need to start at the 8k range and work up to the 12k?
Thanks, looking forward to some advice!
I have acquired all of my razors in shave ready condition. I have been maintaining with a pasted balsa strop but that isn't improving the edge anymore. So at this point I feel like it is time to invest in a legit hone. I've already done a fair amount of research and am looking at the Naniwa SS 12k. My question is, will the Naniwa 12k be able to bring the razors that are pulling back to a proper edge, or will I need to start at the 8k range and work up to the 12k?
Thanks, looking forward to some advice!