I wanted to give the Sypderco's a shot without dropping too much money, so I picked up the pocket sized medium and fine stones. I hone on those two and then finish on my Swaty. I've found that I get very good results, and would recommend that lineup to anyone who likes to hold stones in their hand (as I do), doesn't mind smaller stones (I find it easier for a rolling X pattern), and is on a budget (grad student who finds work on Craigslist here).