07-01-2019, 02:53 AM
Thank you Mr. Bud. 
I am not a straight razor user, but yes, I think that the shape of the blade cross section is crucial for correct razor functionality.
My razor torso was originally high quality straight razor with a blade width of ½ " and after repurposing it the width was reduced below 3/8". Now the letter opener bites my finger nail, but I am afraid that it is not sharp and flexible enough for good shaving.
First reason why I did not try to reshape it into narrower straight razor was the fact that the original radius of bevel curvature was much, much smaller than the one of my diamond wheel (10").
The second reason was the fact that I do not have fine enough water stones for final razor sharpening. They use 1k, 3k and 8k grit and more. Such stones are too expensive for experimenting.
Regards
Jan
I am not a straight razor user, but yes, I think that the shape of the blade cross section is crucial for correct razor functionality. My razor torso was originally high quality straight razor with a blade width of ½ " and after repurposing it the width was reduced below 3/8". Now the letter opener bites my finger nail, but I am afraid that it is not sharp and flexible enough for good shaving.
First reason why I did not try to reshape it into narrower straight razor was the fact that the original radius of bevel curvature was much, much smaller than the one of my diamond wheel (10").
The second reason was the fact that I do not have fine enough water stones for final razor sharpening. They use 1k, 3k and 8k grit and more. Such stones are too expensive for experimenting.
Regards
Jan