Thread: 12,000 grit specialty stone

Originally Posted by PaulKidd

Another lapping option is the Double Time lapping stone:

https://www.sharpeningsupplies.com/D...P1545C282.aspx

I think you would run into the same problem with that as the Norton plate. It may* come dead flat - at first. Not saying they're lying. Honestly the Norton plates are usually 'flat enough' out of the box, but better after break in (isn't everything?). But I'd wager it wouldn't stay that way long, and it will need flattening eventually.

Originally Posted by k5MOW

OK I am thinking about doing the sandpaper idea. What grit wet dry sandpaper should I get.

Thanks Roger

With all due respect to everyone who has chimed in on the OP's question. I've used the Wet and Dry Sandpaper and while it will work, the DMT is a better tool and one that will be working for years to come.

Here's what's involved with lapping a Norton hone.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6c4hqYwUNl4&t=22s

If the sandpaper is used be sure to pick up a piece of 1/4" glass that's about 12"x12" or a marble piece from Home Depot or another such supplier.

Regardless of which way you go, I do hope you don't have bursitis in your arm

I'm with Cuda. When I was researching and finally decided on getting a series of SS for honing, I got the recommendation for a DMT 325 and am glad I got it. Unfortunately, I didn't get the advice about knocking down the highspots with a screw driver shank, so I put in some initial scratches that scared the crap out of me--those problems have since been remedied. Also, if you have any inclination toward working with vintage razors (chip removal, bevel setting, blade correction), and the DMT will be a friend in time of need. Also there is the cost to benefit ratio: overtime, you're going to get more bang for the buck with the DMT. Another benefit to the DMT is that you can use it raise a quick slurry when honing. I'd imagine that the sandpaper would set up would be a little more awkward for that. Either way, you'll have fun and like the 12K SS!

One more question on the 12,000 grit specialty stone. Do they need flatting right out of the box? Do they come flat?

Roger

Originally Posted by k5MOW

One more question on the 12,000 grit specialty stone. Do they need flatting right out of the box? Do they come flat?

Roger

They do need to be lapped a bit out of the box, even if they are flat the surface needs some conditioning.

Originally Posted by bluesman7

They do need to be lapped a bit out of the box, even if they are flat the surface needs some conditioning.

This. Every hone I have has needed some degree of flattening. Norton, Shapton, Naniwa, I think the one exception were the Welsh slates I got from AJ. He had them pretty well flat and I only needed to condition one side.

I didn't try the Naniwa or Shapton surfaces to see if they had a similar skim coat of material to Norton hones that needs be done away with to get to the good stuff, but I assume they're better after a little prep and break in. I find that's the case in most every aspect of razor honing. The prep work and break in are the foundations of success.

Thank you all very much for the info. I lapped The specialty stone with 400 grit sandpaper and a piece of glass. Worked great.

Thank you all very much for the info. I lapped The specialty stone with 400 grit sandpaper and a piece of glass. Worked great.

Roger

As a newb, I've read a lot of threads. However, there's on thing, that still confuses the hell out of me, which is "Bevel setting". I saw several videos and pictures, showing all the names for all the parts of a straight razor. FYI, English is my second language. Does "Bevel" refer to the sharp edge of the razor blade, or what?

Originally Posted by Neunerball

As a newb, I've read a lot of threads. However, there's on thing, that still confuses the hell out of me, which is "Bevel setting". I saw several videos and pictures, showing all the names for all the parts of a straight razor. FYI, English is my second language. Does "Bevel" refer to the sharp edge of the razor blade, or what?

Maybe this will help a bit.

http://straightrazorpalace.com/honin...-you-leap.html