I'm gonna break down and buy the chosera 1k .. Do u guys have any. Pros or cons on buying with or without a base srd looks like it has the one with the base but its cheaper other places I believe because no base
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I'm gonna break down and buy the chosera 1k .. Do u guys have any. Pros or cons on buying with or without a base srd looks like it has the one with the base but its cheaper other places I believe because no base
Mine are all sans base. The base would be just another thing to find room for. I do use a stone holder sized to allow them to drop in easily but sometimes just use a wet paper towel to keep them from sliding around. Keep it simple.
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Edit: It's an even easier decision with the Super Stones - the baseless ones are twice as thick.
I have stones with and without the base.
Pros of the base:
Has its own non skid feet.
Cons of the base:
Takes more storage space.
I like the base personally. I always know which side I honed on last, and it seems to be a little less messy (without the rubber feet I either have to put it in a holder or lay it on a towel...that then has to be cleaned).
I don't think there is a clear winner, just a best for you.
I have the one with the base although I would prefer without it. Occasionally I use the side of the hone to hone a warped blade and I actually prefer the stone holder to the base. But it is much better than the Norton 1k and king 1k of which Ive had both, sold since then. Very good money spent IMO.
If I had it to do all over again...I would do no base. Its the storage thing...
I like the bases personally. Total convenience for me. Now I only hone 20-30 razors 6-7 days per week, so I would go with what the experts on here advise.
Have fun
The baseless ones are great if you like to hold the stone in your hand when honing. In addition, many of the baseless naniwa manufactured stones are thicker. I bought mine from this vendor, and I am very happy with mine.
Naniwa Chosera Japanese Whetstone Sharpening Stone, 1000 grit :: Knife Sharpeners
Considering purchasing a baseless Chosera 1K myself because I like to hold my hones while honing. Can you also sharpen knives with the Chosera or is that a no no? Also, do you need different lapping stones for different hones?
Interesting post. I hones knives on my Chosera's occasionally if I'm not using the edge-pro. Can't see any reason not to. The Chosera's are pretty heavy though for hand holding and I wonder how stable they would be for bevel setting.Quote:
Originally Posted by ChopperStyle
Have fun.
Thanks for the insight. What do you use for bevel setting? That's the primary reason I'm in the market for a new hone.
Chosera 1K most of the time. I use some pressure when setting bevels and the Chosera 1K on the base works great, day in and day out. You could get one baseless and use the Steelex holders if that is your preference. It is really important though when honing razors to keep your pressure even through out the stroke with the spine and edge on the stone at the same time, so having a stable stone is more reliable in my opinion as you work up the grit progressions. Some people do hand honing, but I see this normally with smaller stones and at higher grit levels that require weight of the blade pressure only.Quote:
Originally Posted by ChopperStyle
I prefer the 2cm baseless ones. If you find yourself honing a blade with a bad smile or a bent spine you can turn the stone on its side and use it as a narrow hone.
I hand hone too...EXCEPT for bevel setting. I use quite a bit of pressure starting out and IMO that pressure must be controlled. In other words, the stone is stationary at a table or desk. If i didnt have a base on mine, i would be using a holder.
I hand hold my Naniwa Superstones that have a base without any problem. I assume the base on the Chosera is about the same.
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Originally Posted by Lynn
About to pull the trigger on the Chosera 1K. Thanks for the great insight on the important of the base when honing with a lower grit stone!
Is the base worth 20.00 seems like it is I want something solid and stable. Ill be pulling trigger and since I have had nothing but great things to say with my past dealings with srd ill be using them again..I just purchased a razor so the 1 k will wait till next check..
I have it without the base but use the adjustable older for it. I'd hate to give up turning it on it's side for getting that little bit of heel that sometimes fights back.