I am based 5km out of the city. The Omegas at Franks are cheap.. about $20. I hone my own razors only.. this is challenge enough for me. The bloke you spoke of in Sydney is Oz. He is a true Gent and a master of, amongst many things I am sure, stone and steel. Awesome guy to deal with. Jimbo(an advisor on this site I think) is another bloke with a legendary reputation on the hones but he is based in Brisbane. There are also other blokes around who are lesser known yet could certainly help you out. Either way you will NEVER EVER BE THE SAME! Good luck