I've just bought one of these stones on ebay and wondered if anyone else had any experience with them. I know that when I've asked about other unknown stones in the past the fact that I've been unable to post pictures has been something of a hindrance, and whilst I still can't use my Digital Camera I can provide a link to the auction which does include pictures SHARPENING STONE on eBay (end time 28-Jun-09 15:29:39 BST) and if someone who, unlike me, knows what they're doing could post the pictures here I would be most appreciative.

On to the specifics. The box is marked The "Waraho" Water Razor Hone. There is a number in the top right corner, and the bottom line reads British Manufacture (as do both sides of the box) and Price 1/6 Each. The rest of the text isn't entirely legible but the gist of it is the usual warning about not using the stone with oil and under that it reads, " This Hone has been produced to meet the demand for an inexpensive yet effective Hone." The stone itself has labels on either end that read "Waraho Water Hone" and underneath that "British Manufacture"

The stone is a dark gey- black colour, is quite heavy for it's size (heavier than an 8"x 2" Thuringen) and is very smooth with no discernable grain. It feels just like a freshly- lapped Thuringen stone,glass- like, although I've not lapped this one just yet.

So is anyone familiar with this type of stone?

Kindest regards,
Alex