Thread: Quick Question.

I was planning on getting a Naniwa 8k and 12k. I was wondering if i can use these to keep my razors at top sharpness. I dont really have the time to get my razors honed on a regular basis. if anyone has any other suggestions on how to keep my razors sharp please feel free post.
Thank you
Josip

The Naniwa 12K should keep you in good shape given normal use. If you're considering going lower in grit, I'd recommend the Norton 4K/8K combo for better value and additional capability. For now, however, the 12K should suffice.

The 12k is a great finisher. It'll keep you going for a long time.

I echo what ace said though, If you're going to buy another stone you should probably grab a
norton 4/8 or Naniwa 3/8. It's more versatile, and economical in the long run.

Have fun, and I don't want to alarm you....but it won't end with those stone.

Welcome to HAD

Also can i flatten the hone using a course sand paper until i get the money to buy a DMT??

Yes, just look up "lapping" in the "Advanced Search" function button, upper right, put it in keywords. Study the lapping information in the Library also.

Yep, I lap my hones on a piece of granite tile with wet/dry sandpaper.

Time it takes for a professional honer to hone your razor= Plus or minus one hour.

Time for you to learn how to hone, become proficient, and do the job yourself= Plus or minus one year.

Just something to consider, if time is the determining factor.

No doubt somebody's gonna jump in here and say they were getting superb edges in three weeks. Believe that if you want. I ain't saying they're lying. I'm just saying 3 weeks ain't enough time to even make that call. Cheers, and good luck!