Fantastic! This was a really educational video on honing and Japanese stones Jacques, this is why I watch videos on KZitem..to learn and then try and apply the knowledge of people like yourself or Bill M. to my own experience. Nothing is as satisfying to me as sharpening a razor or knife and then have that tool work well. I'm always chasing the perfect edge for the task at hand. My Grandfather was a machinist at a Steel Plant and he was a wealth of knowledge and experience, some of which he passed on to me as a young man. He also believed you had to learn by doing, and was a believer in apprenticeship at the hands of a Master Craftsman. Much of this is lost today, but in many ways one can learn from other people’s experiences on forums and videos. I know I have. Thanks for your tutoring me on Japanese stones and sharpening. Wishing you and your family a Happy Holidays and health and prosperity in the new year. Mike in Stormy Nova Scotia.
@dappershaves
Жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, firstly thank you for sharing your experience with me and everyone reading here. I'm grateful and blessed to have the opportunity in sharing my experiences and record them onto this platform so that the knowledge does not fade away or get lost. Moreover, I'm happy that you find value here to help you make that perfect edge. Best wishes, Jacques in Sunny South Africa
@SteveSSBB
9 ай бұрын
So much good, common sense in tis video. I don't know who started this tape business, but I am happy to see someone speaking plainly about what it is and advocating against it.
@dappershaves
9 ай бұрын
thank you for the wonderful feedback Steve, much appreciated. best wishes, Jacques
@billm.2677
Жыл бұрын
Another fantastic video Jacques. My sincerest compliments on your keen understanding and ability to project this information. Thank you.
@dappershaves
Жыл бұрын
humbled and energised by your kind words and support Bill🙏🏻 It means a LOT to me knowing that folk find the info useful. Best wishes for you and your family over this festive period. regards dapper shaves
@_Adam_S
Жыл бұрын
Incredibly detailed information by the master Jacques San!! You have a wealth of knowledge and it’s unparalleled!! Thank you!!
@dappershaves
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Ridwaan and good morning. I greatly appreciate your feedback and continued support 🙏🏻 Best wishes for you and your family during this period. regards Jacques
@_Adam_S
Жыл бұрын
@@dappershaves morning, and best wishes to you and yours. Merry Christmas
@ultraman1red
Жыл бұрын
Excellent vid
@dappershaves
Жыл бұрын
I'm grateful you found value and I appreciate your kind words. best wishes, regards dapper shaves
@oldschoolshaving
Жыл бұрын
I learnt something. I spent too little time on the botan progression when honing yesterday. That’s why my razor lacked keenness
@Martins-Shaves123
Жыл бұрын
Jacques your knowledge on natural stones is unparalleled, ...I only have very limited knowledge on jnats . It's a minefield to the unwary. (same with coticle's) So thank you 🙏 !
@dappershaves
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate your support and kind word Martin. Best wishes for you and your family, regards dapper shaves
@ZenRazorJapan
Жыл бұрын
Great video Jacques! 👏🏻
@dappershaves
Жыл бұрын
thank you sir, that means a lot to me. kind regards dapper shaves
@michaelshults7675
Жыл бұрын
I never thought i would like a softer Jnat. I own a 60 cut/barbers size that's (5-) hardness.I don't know the mine, or origin, but i do know its special. It's fineness is way greater than its given hardness. Takeshi over in Hawaii calls these 2% stones, meaning stones that are finer than its given hardness, for razors are hard to come by.
@michaelshults7675
Жыл бұрын
Most of the time hard=fine. But those 2% stones its the total opposite.
@dappershaves
Жыл бұрын
you have a wonderful collection of stones Michael, thank you for sharing. Agreed on 2% stones, very rare and wonderful razor hones.
@michaelshults7675
Жыл бұрын
@@dappershaves I have been lucky on getting good stones (thank God) i only have 3. I believe its more rarer to find a clean/pure , and grit rich tomo nagura though. Its because most tomo are cut from junk stones riddled inclusions. A fellow is more likely to get a nice jnat finishing stone before he gets a grit rich pure and clean tomo.
@michaelshults7675
Жыл бұрын
@@dappershaves Not sure if mine is a 2% but i think it may be, because its probably 5++ in particles size and speed. It does have lines in it towards the end of the stone, but so far they're not toxic, lol so i will take warts and all because its amazing imo . Based on my experience so far, Just because a stone is expensive and stamped doesn't mean it qualifies as a razor grade jnat. Also even some hard jnats are useful paperweights, because they are 'grit poor' and not grit rich. I never hone without komo, i have a stamped piece and a non-stamepd peice, the non stamped peice is just as good as the stamped both are pure white,no molten black spots. The unstamped came from a friend Alex Gilmore
@dappershaves
Жыл бұрын
@@michaelshults7675 well said and fully agreed. Alex is very knowledgable, respectable and will only send you quality and tested stones. I'm very fortunate to get my nagura's from sakamoto san directly and they all excel. regards jacques
@judgetoogood1033
11 ай бұрын
I make Japanese and Chinese stamps.
@dappershaves
11 ай бұрын
I would love to see how that’s done!
@RobertsClassicShave
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Jacques!
@dappershaves
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Many blessing Robert
@longhaultanker
Жыл бұрын
I echo BillM’s comments.
@dappershaves
Жыл бұрын
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Best wishes for you and your family over this festive period. regards dapper shaves
@gabrielarch5242
Жыл бұрын
First rate content, once again. There is so much “garbage” information being peddled on the internet by people who’s credibility is questionable. It’s hard to separate nonsense from fact. Truth is, conceptualized solutions are not a substitute for first hand experience and then discernment and expertise can follow. One more truth here about this “rabbit hole”, is that some financial cost will have to be incurred. Oh well…..🐥
@dappershaves
Жыл бұрын
I could not have said it any better Gabriel, moreover Ilm grateful for your feedback and kind words 🙏🏻 Best wishes for you and your family over this festive period. regards dapper shaves
@gabrielarch5242
Жыл бұрын
@@dappershaves thank you too for your kind words and your truly inspirational channel. Best wishes too for you and your family over this …ok, “festive season “…🙈 in the world of turmoil, something as simple as a personal grooming ritual has the ability to bring balance and harmony back into life. Here your mentorship has been a welcome service.🙏🏻
@oldschoolshaving
Жыл бұрын
What an excellent video Sensei! I have never seen anything like this on YT as yet. I loved the fact that it was unbiased, candid and purely for advisory and recommendation purposes. What a beautiful showcasing 🫡❤️🤩
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