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Hey Joe! I’ve never even seen a ringtail razor.. OK, I was going to ask you what happened to the new sink bridge and within 30 seconds of the thought coming into my mind you answered my question😅 Between following seas and Draconis Luna… those are two of my favorite scents!! But who am I kidding? I like them all!! Great honing session brother!

Love the look of that black stone! Seems like you did a good job but I can’t wait to see how it goes with the test shave even if you don’t end up recording it my friend!

I beat the Cajun and my other half holy cow! Nice work Joe, that stone looks like it's very enjoyable to hone on. Watching some of the guys on here with how fast they are going up and down a stone is really fun to watch someone that has really mastered that process. I'm not very fast, maybe one day I'll get faster. The amber spice sample you sent me smells so stinking good, I'm going to have to grab some soon!

What an interesting razor. I have not seen a tail like that before. I used Dawn dish soap to help with getting more bite from the stone. It really took off the metal. It was enjoyable testing all the different methods. Thanks for sharing. Have a good one. Joe.

You’ll have to keep us posted with a shave test. Great video!

Very nice Joe! Since it is difficult to raise a slurry on that stone, the stone might be a good base for doing a nagura progression on it. Jacques turned me onto this idea for Black Arks and it was a game changer for me.

That was a nice honing session Joe. I've heard good things about Genco razor's, I'll add one to the collection one of these days! That edge looked keen and smooth

The mysteries of the mystery Stone! Lol Great video brother! I would have to agree with Sean. It looks and sounds like a very hard stone, but apparently it gives a good finish. Very nice! It’s warmed up to zero😂

Thanks for the test and review, Jaco will appreciate it. The stones name is "De Endi" or "the end". I am not sure the geological definition of the stone. I am sure he will post more about it when Bundubeard starts selling them this year. I find it very close to the Zulu, maybe more range. I was able to come off 6k to it, whereas the Zulu i come off at 8k or 10k. Just like the Zulu, it took me a few rounds to develop some feel for it. Thanks again Joe.

That stone was a pleasure to work with. It had a huge range considering it's a finish stone. You could just about one stone hone on it, from bevel set to polish. Very enjoyable stone to use. I am sure that you will not want it to leave. lol I am curious to try a black shadow and see how it compares. Thanks for sharing. I hope you keep warm.

Great watching you hone. Thanks Enjoy your day.

Hey Joe! I hope you’re doing well this Wednesday. That mystery stone looks really hard on camera and the sound as well, almost reminds me of a surgical black stone in what I can hear and see but you also said it’s similar to black shadow? I’m guessing there is more tactile feel. Great looking stone and honing sesh!

Wow Joe , that 1k Shapton really removes steel 😳 brilliant as a bevel setter , fault remover I love Genco's think I've 2 or possibly 3 , very high-grade steel ,mine are only ⅝" . That mystery stone appears similar slurry colour like an Italian or Welsh slate , or as you said a lalune, how interesting ! 😊.

Wow that shapton can move steel ! beautiful razor really enjoyed the video thank you for sharing Joe.

Hi Joe. Nice. For me I find skiing on un-groomed terrain much more physically demanding. But that's just me I guess 🙂 nice

Hi Joe. Nice. Can I ask. Is this coti a la dressante?

Like JPO says, be careful they tend to multiply. They are fun once you figure them out. Thanks for sharing Joe. Take care.

Hey Joe! Great job! The angle was mint. Looking forward to the shave👍🏼

Love those vintage NY razors! Great honing session Joe

Nice. Be careful this can be addictive. Before you know it these yellow brick will get babies;)

One stone honing is always fun.

Im digging the cinematic look Joe! Will go to the shave video now my friend

Feel the BUUUUURN!! Those glades il getcha!! So much fun going through the woods though. It’s hard to stay out of the trees! I like the way you said your legs are burning just a “little” bit!😅 😂 Fantastic video Joe!! Woohoooo!! ⛷️💨🏂💨 Have a blast and be safe !!

Oh yeaahhhh!

Glades!! Awesome Joe!! You get tired in the trees but it’s fun! I love the fact that you’re posting these! Just tying up some loose ends and then I’m gonna plan my trip for Jay Peak!🤙🏼

Wow! The tree run looks so difficult but you went through that effortlessly. Hopefully one day I get to experience this! It looks like an absolute awesome time. Thanks for sharing Joe!

Sick video bro ! I was so hoping there would be more ski videos soon. you always deliver Joe, thanks for sharing !

Nice hone and commentary Joe! What type of sink bridge is this? I have been considering getting one that does not collect too much water, and has a built in stone holder. The Black Shadow creates a nice edge, and is a pleasure to hone on. If you are considering getting the 16k you might also consider the 0.85 G7 as an alternative. You only need a few strokes, so a full sized stone like the rock star 16k is really a luxury.

Nice relaxing honing session Joe! I like using a sink bridge as well! They’re very convenient. I was thinking about getting a black shadow, but I already have a Thuringian and a WOA.. going to imagine the edge is pretty similar.. Looking forward to the test shave video with that Wade and Butcher! The funny thing is, I’ve been looking at Wade and Butcher’s lately. Lol we’ll see what happens.. 😅

Great honing seccion Joe! I like these honing videos you make because you make me feel like i'm right there next to you talking with a friend. I would be interested to see if you find any difference between 12k and 16k, I'm guessing you would feel a difference in the shave but i've never had a 16k. The black shadow takes some time to make slurry with the tomo hehe Cheers!

Good stuff Joe. Never pass up a W&B in good shape. How do you like your sink bridge? I been considering one, worried about how sturdy they are? The honing looked on point, can’t wait to see the shave.

First! Will come back when I’m done watching hehe

Thought it was Alice n chains but it’s Chris Cornell… been a while, but great track!

Good coticule work my friend! Really enjoyed this one

Nice Coti work

I ventured into honing some years ago but I am not certain that I 1. Knew what the hell I was doing and 2. If I was actually making the blade “better”. I have Norton grits up to 8k and one Japanese stone at 12k (my apologies, I cannot recall the name). If I may ask a simple question for those on Joe’s channel that are much more skilled than I, then I would appreciate the advice. First, what is a cuticle and why do I need one? Second, I notice the stone holders that many of you use. In this video, Joe appears to use a wooden (?, I am not sure) piece between the holder and the sink partition. Is this a custom piece of equipment or a “standard” one? Thank you all very much.

Noice stones ! can't wait to hear that thing ring !! 🐐🍻

Nice honing session Joe! Like you said, it’s nice to slow down and do some honing! I did the same today but didn’t record.. just me and the stones today 👍🏼 Hope you had a great time on the slopes but I already know you did! Lol

Excellent video Joe! I thought it was a little scary looking at the skiing video with all the trees but you’re a pro. Thank you for the kind words! I’m glad you liked the article, Henk Bo’s really did an amazing job creating that and pairing up with Maurice from Ardennes coticule to get that out there. I can one stone hone but usually I would do a progression like you did here, I set my bevel on synthetic then my 4k and then to the coticule. I need to give my synthetic stones some love and I really enjoy them in the early stages. Eric though is a true master with the coticule, I’m not sure if you’ve ever tried his coticule edge but it’s ridiculously good. I have a funny story about Eric’s coticule edge, I hope he doesn’t mind me telling it here but he sent me the edge and told me to shave with it and then scope it. I shave with the razor and oh my good buttery, smooth, and keen keen. When I checked that edge under the scope it was the ugliest thing I’ve seen but the shave was excellent. That was like a “huh, how is this possible” moment 😂 That razor was popping hairs like crazy there at the end Joe! Those razors are nice little things. Cheers 🍻

Thanks for the kind words Joe. If I help one person enjoy a coticule, it’s all worth it. Nice relaxing hone, I know you enjoyed it. I really like the sound of the feedback on your new coticule. Take care , and ski straight 😂

Very exhilarating video Joe , and I've never 🎿 skied 😅

Nice glade runs Joe ! That opening shot was majestic, love the early morning light . can't wait to see what adventure you get up to next thanks for sharing bro !

I hear that the older guys that have more frequent urgings always head down that deep woodsy trail to make yellow snow. 🎿 😎 Nice run.

Feel the BUUUURN! 😅😆

Yes, let’s go find some trees!!🥳 When I go I’ll upload some videos 🤙🏼 This video inspires me even more! The silence is absolutely incredible out there!! Hoping to get some fresh Powder days!!

OMG Joe, you’re killin me! Even going through some tree lines! Can’t wait! I’m so close to the end of my shrink wrap season and then I can go!! Thank you so much for uploading and sharing your ski trip with us!! Love it!

This is awesome! I've never done this but it's a dream of mine

You’re a mad man Joe. This is so awesome. Be careful and stay warm.

Very pretty Vermont, I’ve got a shadow. I haven’t used maybe I need to take it for a run. I think we all have some razors in our collection that may not be worthy of.” save of the day.” posts, but collecting is collecting having a passion for razors, doesn’t mean just a few or only the ones everyone else likes. I have a stack of razors that people would probably laugh, but I can cut an edge on them that will shave just as well as the high-end ones great content Joe keep it coming.

As always I am extremely thankful, for you and all of us trying our best to bring back the time honored tradition of straight edge shaving alive!! “Ye’Ole S~n~S”