Thread: Chinese 12k question (s)

I have used the CH12k for several years now, but not exclusively. I think so much of it that I keep an extra as a spare, I do the same thing with Coticule/Eschers/Tam O'Shanters and other quality stones. I use it after the Norton 8K. It generally takes me 100 + laps to get the edge I am looking for. I believe it leaves a flatter bevel than either the Coticule or an Escher and the edge feels crisply sharp on my face. I do lightly refresh ( lap) the hone before each use. Is it better than a coticule or Escher etc.? No, just different.
BTW, I do not use a slurry but I do soak the stone for 15 minutes or so. I have left it sitting in water for weeks with no ill effects.

Just my $.02