Just getting acquainted with Shapton stones, are the Shapton Professional stones basically the same as the Japanese branded Kuromako stones? I read somewhere the shapton Pro's were formulated for a drier climate for the USA (stones cracking being too dry) I live in the south we got plenty of humidity! Anyway has anyone used the stones side by side? are they comparable? The Shapton Pro is close to twice the price
as the Kuromakos.
I sharpen straight razors and have a variety of hones, but always in search of the ultimate edge!
Cam