Thread: newb question. norton 220/1000 vs $$$ on chosera

I think the first thing to ask yourself with any hone is just how often do you think it will be used?

Unless you intend building up a stack of razors and becoming self sufficient from bevel correction through to final polishing, do you really need the lower stones? If you intend to have someone like Glen hone your razors and just need something to refresh every now and again, then look at the 12k synthetic options - much better in my opinion than the Welsh slates. By the way, the sellers assumed grit ratings for that set are considered by many to be on the high side.

Definitely the former. Already have few razors need some work. RAD. Would like to do some restoration too so am pushing myself to learn a little quickly. Purposely have bought a cheap frowned razor and some in serious need of honing to help myself learn. Slates seemed worth a try for the price. If even one is a good finishing stone after coticule.

Another question to tag on the end. Would people recommend the Naniwa flattening stone, or could I get by with Wet and Dry sandpaper on a tile for the Naniwa Professional Stones 300/1000/3000 grits?

Also would like to learn quicker and feel best way is not only to hone a few razors but also to attempt to rectify some problem razors. Shaves may not be quite "stellar" yet, but definitely not something to complain about. No DE necessary for touch ups or such. 2 wtg, 1atg and face is almost bbs, only neck really needs much improvement(hair in every direction).

Originally Posted by dmnc

Anthony thank you. That website is first have seen for a good price. Champ. Hope you don't mind, at those prices am going to go straight for the Chosera/Professional stones. Seem the best option from the reviews. :-)

No problem, that's the stone I use for most razors needing some work, quick to set bevels and really smooth, you'll enjoy using it.

Originally Posted by dmnc

Another question to tag on the end. Would people recommend the Naniwa flattening stone, or could I get by with Wet and Dry sandpaper on a tile for the Naniwa Professional Stones 300/1000/3000 grits?

Ok been there done that, I now use the DMT which works far better and seems to get the most positive comments on here, I think the same web site has them go for the D8C.
If you need any help with other stuff just ask

For me it is a the DMT D8C for lapping, and Chosera 1k for bevel setting. Following those it is a matter of how much you want to spend. The norton, naniwa, or shapton are all good. The choseras in the higher grits are also good but used to be more expensive. Not sure now.

How about for chip/frown removal? Would it take too long on the 1000?

Originally Posted by dmnc

How about for chip/frown removal? Would it take too long on the 1000?

That depends on the size of the defect. If it is micro chipping, that you cannot see with the naked eye, I would not go below 1k, and maybe just 4k. If it is larger then 1k, 600, 325 ...... whatever is called for.

The secret to dealing with frowns is ......... don't buy a razor with a frown.

It truly depends on how many chips/frowns you think you may be taking on. Either a lower grit hone or diamond plate can accomplish this faster but the 1k can do it as well, just slower.