Using a straight razor is not a rush, so the fan base is small. In addition, unlike ordinary razors, hazardous razors require special care and regular sharpening. A perfectly honed razor can last for several months. To sharpen it well, use one of the special abrasives.
Instructions
Step 1
Take a water stone and moisten it generously with water. Begin to drive the razor over it, holding it with your thumb and forefinger. So that you don't have to manually maintain the correct sharpening angle, find a large stone on which the blade can fit in its entirety, and ideally with a margin of 5 centimeters. When sharpening, press not only the razor blade, but also the razor comb to the stone. When you reach the edge of the stone, turn the blade upside down and start moving the razor in the opposite direction. You will need to make one pass in each direction. Make sure that the razor does not lose contact with the abrasive. To get a straight blade tip, the pressure must be the same when sharpening both sides of the razor.
Step 2
Find a honing stone that is small but still gives you excellent results when sharpening your safety razor. This sharpening tool has a more delicate abrasive surface and is typically used for blade shaping. You can purchase a domestic diamond bar, or search for old ceramic whetstones on amateur forums and online auctions. It is also advisable to moisten the bar in water before sharpening. If you are unable to locate a water stone or honing stone, use sandpaper, which will require frequent replacement.
Step 3
Use the most "old-fashioned" method - sharpening a razor, which uses a leather belt and an abrasive paste. The belt can be either a special hairdressing belt or an ordinary wide one. There are a lot of abrasive pastes: you can buy domestic GOI paste or expensive imported one. Apply the paste to the blade and sand it against the smooth surface of the belt. When changing the sharpening direction, turn the straight razor over the back of the blade only and sharpen at a flat angle to the same side.
