Thread: Replacing Norton with Naniwa

I ended up getting a Naniwa 5k yesterday from SWMBO. I gotta say I really like it. Maybe it is all just the feedback and in my head, but I just like it better.

Originally Posted by aa1192

I ended up getting a Naniwa 5k yesterday from SWMBO. I gotta say I really like it. Maybe it is all just the feedback and in my head, but I just like it better.

Forgive my ignorance, but what's SWMBO? Thanks,
Ryan

Originally Posted by ryowl

Forgive my ignorance, but what's SWMBO? Thanks,
Ryan

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I like my 4/8 norton, but have shelled my 1k Norton for a blue Naniwa 1k. Never tried the green. Naniwa 12 K is my synthetic finisher of choice. In fact, my only synthetic finisher. I think the nanis are great. A little maintenance issues. All have their needs.
Except the 4/8 Norton. For what it is, it has no needs,Keep it in the water! JMO.

I just received the Nani 1k and DMT325 that I ordered. A couple days ago I had to send back the Norton 4/8k that I ordered from SRP, it had a deep chip on the one face. Very friendly service, I will do business with them again and hopefully in a couple more days I can get started when the replacement comes. Almost forgot, I was also granted a loaner Nani 12k! Yeah buddy! Great bunch of guys here I must say.

Originally Posted by sharptonn

I like my 4/8 norton, but have shelled my 1k Norton for a blue Naniwa 1k. Never tried the green. Naniwa 12 K is my synthetic finisher of choice. In fact, my only synthetic finisher. I think the nanis are great. A little maintenance issues. All have their needs.
Except the 4/8 Norton. For what it is, it has no needs,Keep it in the water! JMO.

What are the maintenance issues with the Nanis, if you don't mind sharing some insight?
Ryan

Originally Posted by ryowl

What are the maintenance issues with the Nanis, if you don't mind sharing some insight?
Ryan

None too worrisome IME.
They tend to warp a bit depending on state of moisture.
Which in turn have many of us flattening them a tad after/before or during most every use.
Personally I really love the feel of the Naniwa SuperStones, but I dislike removing good honing material just to keep the stones flat whenever I use 'em.
Another very minor issue is that they can clog up a bit.
Again, a quick lap or two with a diamond plate fixes it right up.

Birnando speaks the truth. Also, more hones are needed to progress, IMO. Each to his own! As I say, don't soak the Nanis! A bit of flattening under running water before use, some water on top for 15 minutes or so. Ready to go!
I just learned on the 4/8 Norton and stay with it. I am lazy, cheap, and sentimental!

Originally Posted by aa1192

I think we have a very cool challenge for the heavy hitters of SRP. Anyone interested? Even people blindly guessing finisher would be very intriguing I think.

Stones, blind folds, and very sharp razors ? Sounds fun. I'll pass :<0)

1 thru 8k Norton guy myself 12 Nani to top that off and then a damp Zulu to smooth everything out. It's all Glen's fault. He did my first Duck so I know that's how they are supposed to feel :<0)

Originally Posted by 10Pups

Stones, blind folds, and very sharp razors ? Sounds fun. I'll pass :<0)

Just put a nice Escher finish where my thumb used to be...sweet!