Quote Originally Posted by Bill S View Post
Within your parameters you probably won't need lower than the 8K Naniwa too often. None the less, I think it would be wise to consider a 3K or 5K as well so that you can do a basic pyramid. The coarser stones are less expensive than the finer stones so having one shouldn't sprain the budget too badly. If you want bang for the buck I think 3/5K, 8K and 12K Naniwa plus your CrOx should cover anything you are likely to face, assuming that you are starting with keen edges.

It gets a bit more complicated and expensive once you start chasing the best finishing stones.
I took your advice. I ended up buying a 1k, 5k, and 8k from SRD. I have a couple of antique store bargains (one a Shure Edge, another a Wester Bros. Anchor Brand) that I am using to learn how to hone and restore. (I've already learned the whole sanding / Dremel process). So I will use the bargains for learning the honing skills, and come touch up time on my shave ready stuff, I should be ready to go.