I got mine from So as well, and +1 on the best service and information I ever had when purchasing anything over the internet.

Now, I start by raising a slurry with my nagura stone and water.
I do 25 laps, add water to partially wash away the slurry.
Then I do 25 more and wash away all the slurry.
Then I do 25 more and I am done.

Before I go to the nakayama I use either the Narutaki ~6K until the edge is very polished, or the 4K/8K Norton for a couple of pyramids.