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  1. 04-13-2014, 10:50 AM #1
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    Default Is this a Hindostan hone? ID help please.

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    Its a big piece of rock, 22cm X 4cm X 4cm and it took awhile to lap (As with most vintage hones it was a bit rough and covered in oil)

    What kinda grit ratings do they run at, I know it can vary with all naturals and only honing will give the best indication to me, but a ball park estimate would be appreciated, thanks in advance.
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    It has the features of Hindostan, hope more knowledgeable people will chime in with opinion.
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    The sides layering, color, hardness, slurry color, sure sign you got a Hindostan. As far as grit rating the range on these can vary a lot, heard of some being in the 4k range, but most are finisher 8k+.
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    Here is some info fron a simple search of SRP:

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    There are plenty of pics and info in the above links that should help you decide.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Neil Miller View Post
    Here is some info fron a simple search of SRP:

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    There are plenty of pics and info in the above links that should help you decide.

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    Doorsch pointed out to me it maybe a Hindostan, As I bought it from a carboot in Warrington (only 1mile or so from Burtonwood airbase) used by US troops in WW2 It would kinda make sense that its an American hone.
    Thanks again.
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    I do not think that would have that big influence.
    I do like Neil's answer. Let us know what you have decided.
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    Does anyone know how these hones got their name?

    Phonetically it is/resembles a word that describes the northern part of India or India in general (in the relevant dialect).
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    Quote Originally Posted by PFunkDaddy View Post
    Does anyone know how these hones got their name?

    Phonetically it is/resembles a word that describes the northern part of India or India in general (in the relevant dialect).
    Near the top of the page on the right is the 'advanced search' facility. Try it....

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    Quote Originally Posted by Neil Miller View Post
    Near the top of the page on the right is the 'advanced search' facility. Try it....

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    Thanks - I'm well aware of it. However I was not in the mood nor had the amount of time it would take to sift through all the hits.
    It was a simple question and I have received a simple response via PM. Perhaps this wasn't the best place to post the question.
    In any event, I got the answer I was looking for and I appreciate the follow up.
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    They were mined from Hindostan, Indiana. Now a long lost ghost town. Hindostan 38°37'28"N 86°51'3"W
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