Another great shave and today’s microscope image shows why (see album). If you compare today’s image with the one originally taken, there is essentially no difference. The entire edge looks this way as well. If anything, I’d say that the overall form of the edge is a little smoother. This is not what I expected at this point. I’m sure that the apex has become more rounded since Aug 1. You can’t see this in the microscope but the apex change is so small, it’s just not noticable to me in the shave. The edge smoothness shows why my shaves have been so comfortable.
I see that u/Str8_Razor is also foregoing the strop with a Frio 14. Cheers Sir!
I’m surprised too. Stresses at the apex are highest when the apex is at its keenest. My expectation was to see early wear (effectively widening the apex), and see the wear rate falling off asymptotically. Perhaps all we’re seeing is the edge retention of stainless and it’s just too early to get excited. @djundjila’s opinion would be interesting on this.
August 7, 2024
Brush: Zenith r/Wetshaving 31mm x 57mm Moar Boar
Razor: J.A. Henckels Friodur 14 Full Hollow Square Point
Lather: Chicago Grooming - AG 1889 - Soap
Toner: Thayers - Lavender - Toner
Aftershave: Chicago Grooming - AG 1889 - Aftershave
Fragrance: Guerlain - Jicky - Eau de Toilette
2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave. $headless $FriodomRiders #NoStrop
Edge Condition Album
Another great shave and today’s microscope image shows why (see album). If you compare today’s image with the one originally taken, there is essentially no difference. The entire edge looks this way as well. If anything, I’d say that the overall form of the edge is a little smoother. This is not what I expected at this point. I’m sure that the apex has become more rounded since Aug 1. You can’t see this in the microscope but the apex change is so small, it’s just not noticable to me in the shave. The edge smoothness shows why my shaves have been so comfortable.
I see that u/Str8_Razor is also foregoing the strop with a Frio 14. Cheers Sir!
Cool pictures! Interesting, indeed. I’m also surprised how little it changed.
I’m surprised too. Stresses at the apex are highest when the apex is at its keenest. My expectation was to see early wear (effectively widening the apex), and see the wear rate falling off asymptotically. Perhaps all we’re seeing is the edge retention of stainless and it’s just too early to get excited. @djundjila’s opinion would be interesting on this.