Whether you're taken by the charm of the ritualistic and considered process of a slow wet shave, the hands-on care of looking after a precious device, want the closest shave attainable, Straight Razors or 'Cut-Throats' as they are known are beautiful devices that demand care and attention.
How often should you sharpen a Straight Razor?
With experience, sharpness can be felt and even heard by some experts. A straight razor should be honed after 60-70 shaves or roughly every 6 months. If your blade requires honing more frequently then, the stropping technique should be re-evaluated.
