Thread: BARBER hones characteristics

here are some comparing a Yugo Swaty and an Austrian Swaty
the Yugo is the larger, both are the same grit and I couldn't tell them apart in a blind test
sorry the pics are bad, it was before I learned whet the little flower means

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last one is hitting the left cheek with the right hand without blocking vision
LOL

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The information this old ad provides is interesting and seems relevant to this topic, so I unscrupulously copied the picture from eBay were it is for sale - I do hope not to be breaking any forum rules here:

There are some great old ads on ebay. I know I've picked up several and framed them and have them hanging in the old shave den. Pretty neat stuff:-)

I have Gunner's old Swaty. I used it on a W&B 11/16 that was starting to tug a little. About 15 laps and then stropped on canvas and leather and my old edge was back. I think it's satisfactory for me.

Thanks again Phil!

Hey I'm glad it's working well for ya:-) Your very welcome sir!

I had connection problems that is why will post 2 hones to day.
first one C MON HONE. I LOVE this one. 2-3 strokes on the hone razor back in previous condition. you can use another side for sharpening purposes. This is very handy and small stone. Pike strop hone i put picture of the instructions only couple passes gl.

Question...i remember reading that the Swaty hones, may have different grits on each side...is that true?

Thanks,
Mac

I haven't seen swaty with that way but have seen other barber hones(should have one) with similar notes. use another side first then labeled side(usually finer) . By looking at the stone you can 't figure it out because colors are both side same.hope this helps.

That helps alot...i will experiment with the barber hones i have.
Thanks Sham,
Mac