Thread: Chert or Novaculite.

I have seen references made on other onsite sources classifying both Charnley Forest and Llyn Idwell Grecian Hones as Novaculite. imo both these stones would be better classified as a Chert.

Chert vs Novaculite

Any other members have an opinion on this subject.

Also; with regards the most commonly used natural honing stones, past and present, has anyone put together a listing that places each of these stones within a known category. eg; Sandstone; Slate; Chert; or Novaculite.

As an example; Arkansas, Washita, and possibly genuine Turkey Stone's would fall within the category of Novaculite.

StewieS;

Originally Posted by StewieS

I have seen references made on other onsite sources classifying both Charnley Forest and Llyn Idwell Grecian Hones as Novaculite. imo both these stones would be better classified as a Chert.

Chert vs Novaculite

Any other members have an opinion on this subject.

Also; with regards the most commonly used natural honing stones, past and present, has anyone put together a listing that places each of these stones within a known category. eg; Sandstone; Slate; Chert; or Novaculite.

As an example; Arkansas, Washita, and possibly genuine Turkey Stone's would fall within the category of Novaculite.

StewieS;

Iam right on the way to create this overview of sharpening stones, which is actually hard to get together...to amount of vintage and available stones is really big...

Doorsch; excellent. I have no doubt its turned into a major job. Look forward to viewing the end results.

regards StewieS.