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Came across this auction (Item 320362116336 in case my link doesn't work) for a Tam O' Shanter/Dalmore Blue combo, 8 x 2 x 1. Since these are so uncommon (I've never seen a combo, let alone this size), I thought I'd mention it here. Maybe it is a forum member doing the selling? Looks pretty nice!
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You had to publicize it, didn't you!
;)
I sent the seller a PM with a question. He replied and I sent another PM and asked if he posts on SRP. He hasn't gotten back to me yet. :shrug:
Item is no longer listed....WHAT HAPPENED!!
I have a dalmore blue / dalmore yellow combo and I've seen Tam/dalmore combos for sale on occasion, but you're right, they're few and far between.
Chris L
Beautiful! The patterning (see lower right picture) is quite distinct. I'm sure I've seen pics of this stone on one of the knive/razor fora before. Now where and when was it?
Unfortunately, this will probably sell far beyond my budget - especially now that is posted here with all of us HAD's around... :(
Nevertheless, thanks for posting! It's a good thing people keep each other posted, even if it isn't always in one's economic interest to do so (or see it done). :tu
My savings piggy just commited suicide! :cry:
I just received a reply from the seller. He said," I used to post to SRP, but not anymore. It's a terrific site, great guys, extremely knowledgeable and helpful, etc. I've stopped posting simply because I've been too busy."
As far as the stone, I have a few Tams and on Dalmore Blue single grit so I won't be competing. Good luck to all who may be going for it. :tu
what grit are those? are they finishing, sharpening, bevel setting stones?
The Tam is a finisher and the Dalmore seems to me to be a bit coarser. I wouldn't set a bevel with either one. I would say they are both finishing stones but if you were to go in a progression the blue would be first followed by the Tam. That is IME. others may have a different viewpoint.Quote:
Originally Posted by loueedacat
thanks. are they additive if you have a BBW and yellow coticule? sounds redundant.
Joe Chandler posted that they have a place in his hone arsenal here. Read post 10 and 15 for his take on the Tam and Dalmore. Other noted honers posted in the thread as well. I have played around with the Dalmore with both slurry and with water only followed by the Tam with slurry and then with water only. I've gotten HC razors good & sharp and smooth shaves. I still have to really get to know them. The problem with having so many different hones is that you neglect some of them. Not enough time in the day.Quote:
Originally Posted by loueedacat
A DB would be redundant if you have a BW and Coticule. In the aesthetics dept though, a DB is a much more beautiful stone than a BW and even most coticules.
The dalmore yellow which is coarser than a DB is IMO useless for razors. It's a soft coarser grit sandstone. The DB? Like Jimmy, I have not used mine much other than taking it for a spin or two around the honing table. Mine even when dry releases gritty particles to the touch. It's a pretty soft stone.
Chris L
Of course, that's why there are nights too :pQuote:
Originally Posted by JimmyHAD
Hehe. Hey, just getting even for my SRP-induced HAD. :rolleyes:Quote:
Originally Posted by JimR
I've just spent my limit on natural stones for the time being, so I won't be bidding. But I'll find one someday. I really want to see a forum member snag it, and post all about it, with better pics. :gl:
The air of mystery around natural honing stones, the very specific points on the globe where they can be found, and the cultural and geologic history associated with them, just fascinate me. I've got it pretty bad. This forum is one of the very few places to learn about them and talk with others with the same affliction, and that's just cool. The world needs a dedicated book on natural honing stones, there don't seem to be any.
That is exactly why I have a Dalmore Blue. Actually I don't need anymore than the Norton 4/8 and the Swaty I had when I started. Those and a couple of razors should last a guy a lifetime. Curiosity is what it's about. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by FatboySlim
Thanks for the pic of the Ayrshire book, Jimmy. Nice stones, too.
Hi guys, this is my listing. As I mentioned to Jimmy via email, I haven't been on SRP for a while. I happened to come on and post a couple of times yesterday and then just saw this thread right now.
I just wanted to mention regarding my other listing (vintage Thuringian, ebay# 320362126656) that it's guaranteed to be a vintage Thuringian. Registered SRP members are entitled to a full refund plus shipping both ways if unsatisfied, no questions asked.
I won :D
Now my savings piggy needed the ambulance.
Congratulations! I think you did well on the price, I expected it to go for a lot more.
Whew! I was close but I'm not sad about it. :w
Congrats! Now nurse your savings piggy back to health...