Hi, I was just wondering. Does anyone know if I can use Italian slate as a hone stone or is it too soft? If I can how would i get it completely flat as well?
Thanks
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Hi, I was just wondering. Does anyone know if I can use Italian slate as a hone stone or is it too soft? If I can how would i get it completely flat as well?
Thanks
See "I found it over there" thread.
One must generally test every stone to see what it's capable of. I pre-flatten with a masonry cutting blade, then use sandpaper on a (machinist) surface plate (overkill) to get it really flat. If i continue at this, i'll get the XXC DMT for the purpose.
Save your time, italian slate are great for pooltable, but not for razor,they are too soft.
Are you sure there is only one kind of slate in Italy? or it's a specific kind of slate named like that? In every country there are lots of slates. Few of them will definitely be good.
I know that UK has many, and so does China and Germany. Here in Greece, we have more than 10 different kinds. Most are used for decorative purposes, and few of them are actual finishers.