Elements and Performance Criteria
- Select honing and stropping tools.
- Hone straight razors.
- The blade of the straight razor is examined to detect any imperfections or defects.
- A hone that is suitable to the condition of the blade to be sharpened is selected and lubricated.
- The straight razor is honed to a keenness suitable for face shaving.
- The used hone is cleaned and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Strop straight razors.
- Sterilise and store straight razors.