I own a kind 4k already. I am trying to hone a vintage razor that is sharp but not sharp enough. I tried my 12k naniwa SS but that didn't do much. So I wanted a 8k stone. I plan on going either 4,8,12 or 1.2,4,8,12. I have a Bester 1200 also.

If I go with the Naniwa 8k SS:
+ Splash and go
+Comes with stand
+Less expensive than Norton 4/8
-Don't have a stand for my 4k King so I have to use the wet towel method

If I go with Norton 4/8k:
- Have to soak
- More expensive
+I get a stand that I can use for both the 4k and 8k side
-I believe I have to lapp it for some time to get it smooth. The Naniwa I just have to lap to make sure its flat.