Thread: Charnley Forest hone lapping question

Originally Posted by gssixgun

+1 on the Smith's Honing Solution

I found it a few years back and haven't switched since, not only it works well but you do NOT have to worry about cross-contamination with your expensive water stones


It is pretty darn cheap too you can often find it at a local hardware store,, be careful as they also make actual Honing "Oil" to that is not water soluble

Smith's HON1-4OZ Honing Solution, 4-Ounce - - Amazon.com



Cheaper yet, some people swear by using Diesel or Kerosene but I wouldn't let it in my house or near my Waterstones after hehehe

Ordered it. Shipping was free so that was a plus!!!
Thanks Glen & Shooter!

One instruction that isn't real clear on the bottle is how to thin it out a bit if needed

It is water soluble so just a few drops of water will adjust the viscosity for you, each person's style/touch is a little different so that is something you will figure out as you go