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Some hones you may want to have a look at...
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All of those hones are from Mac. I have purchased from him before with no problems what-so-ever. A tad interesting Mac is getting rid of his natural hones.
I don't think you got screwed.
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I've been talking to a few others via pm and they think I did ok as well. I am out of HAD & RAD money or would entertain the others listed above...
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Mac is a Great Person. I think you are very lucky to get Charnley for that price.
They go above 350.00 at the moment.
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The price is why I was concerned, but the numerous praise I have heard about Mac is impressive...now I'm really excited about the purchase!
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That's a peach at that price, an investment even! And it has a lid to the box which is rarer, most come in a half box.
Mac's a great guy, I wouldn't let mine go that easily!
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I just found out that the price is what he gave for it when he bought it. Impressive huh? He could have gotten twice that for it...
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shooter74743
I just found out that the price is what he gave for it when he bought it. Impressive huh? He could have gotten twice that for it...
Yea, that it is Mac. He is not a profit monger. He is very honest and a stand up guy. When I purchased stuff from Mac he charged me what he paid for it.
It is most certainly an honor doing business and knowing Mac.
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Here's an email I just got from him thru ebay, he sounds like someone I would like to know:
If, after you recieve your Charnley and are in any way unhappy, let me know. I will take it back with a full refund, without hessitation. The Charnley Forest, is an exceptionally rare hone, but it takes time to master its full finishing capabilities.
As for the price i sold the hone for, i sold it for what i paid for it, a year ago...i dont sell for profit.
Be well and good luck,
Mac
If I had the $$$, I'd probably order another by that response and those from you guys.
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Thanks for the post! The Turkey oilstone is now mine!:)
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Glad to be of service. I just felt that these had to be some good stones and wanted straight users to end up with them over some collector that will just let them sit around or worse...broken.
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Thanks for the post?? Somebody please buy this thing it's tormenting meeee.. It's beautiful
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MODINE
Someone just bought it, Im gutted. I was in the process of working out a deal with Mac as he doesn't ship worldwide, had a deal and it got swiped. Damn it
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That's why I didn't hesitate to pull the trigger on the Charnley Forrest. I'm still happy as a lark and don't have it in hand yet!!
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Deal schmeal Manchester. Don’t shun the frumious Bandersnatch. Yes. I got it. You guys have all the sweet stuff anyway, I’m just playing “catch up”. At least a fellow SRPer got it. I know a couple guys on this side of the pond that will give it a proper evaluation. If it’s what I think it is, it’s worth much more. Bow chicka-wow-wow.
MIke
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Originally Posted by
MODINE
Deal schmeal Manchester. Don’t shun the frumious Bandersnatch. Yes. I got it. You guys have all the sweet stuff anyway, I’m just playing “catch up”. At least a fellow SRPer got it. I know a couple guys on this side of the pond that will give it a proper evaluation. If it’s what I think it is, it’s worth much more. Bow chicka-wow-wow.
MIke
Yeh you're right. We do have all the sweet stuff. Aside from having the world's best football team I'll admit to having locally sourced more than one Charnley Forest for £25.
That's a great stone you have and I'm certain it is worth alot more. I hope you enjoy using it.
On the plus side I'm in a way glad I didn't purchase a J-nat and risk rendering all my other hones useless.
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I just hope you are buying it to use & not to make a dollar off of...
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I understand your concern, but I prefer to give folks the benefit of a doubt, until they prove otherwise. It’s best not to judge people, even if you think you know them.
Mike
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I am not judging you, nor do I pretend to know you. I "know" absolutely no-one here on the forum & it's not my place to judge. I am just being hopeful, that is all...
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Anyone know how good a finisher it is? I know it is far more versatile than a Charnley or an Escher as one could use a slurry on that Asagi and go from 8K say to the final finish, but purely as a finisher? Just how good are they?
I heard at a US razorcon a Charnley out finished all the J-nats that were present. I know there is variation amongst Charnleys and I can vouch for that myself, but has anyone felt edges of both?
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Scipio
Anyone know how good a finisher it is? I know it is far more versatile than a Charnley or an Escher as one could use a slurry on that Asagi and go from 8K say to the final finish, but purely as a finisher? Just how good are they?
I heard at a US razorcon a Charnley out finished all the J-nats that were present. I know there is variation amongst Charnleys and I can vouch for that myself, but has anyone felt edges of both?
There are widely different as finishers. Speed and smoothness vary a lot.
Mike will hopefully inform us on how the stone performs. A good Asagi that does not scratch is indeed a precious find, hope this stone is one of them.
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randydance062449
Thanks for the post! The Turkey oilstone is now mine!:)
Yours looks a lot like this one: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=110539206177=
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Guy's I know enough about these stones to realize I don't know anything, yet. Too many variables involved with steel and stone while chasing the perfect edge. But I have an advantage, I know someone who does know, and I'm a good student. That's the fun part.
MIke
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Ya, go ahead and rub it in...Sham & Lynn within driving distance:p
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I got my CF in and am nothing but pleased. It's beautiful in every way & can't wait to run a few razors over it!
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MODINE
Guy's I know enough about these stones to realize I don't know anything, yet. Too many variables involved with steel and stone while chasing the perfect edge. But I have an advantage, I know someone who does know, and I'm a good student. That's the fun part.
MIke
Nice looking stone ;-)
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shooter74743
Ya, go ahead and rub it in...Sham & Lynn within driving distance:p
BUHAHA
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Kees
Looks similar, correct, but this past June at the Mid-Mo razor meet I saw one that Sham owned. It had some markings from the quarry and this one has the same markings. So I know for fact it is a Turkish oilstone.
The one on Ebay does not seem to have the same markings.
