Quote Originally Posted by Utopian View Post
Howard, I'm certainly not arguing with you about the flatness issue, since I have never used a Shapton. However, if it truly is a problem for the hones, then it would seem irresponsible of Shapton to sell this combo stone holder that is supposed to be able to double as a honing base. I know you are talking about the base that gives more support, but it seems that Zib's redneck base would offer more support than the one in this photo.

Ron, You are my hero.....