Quote Originally Posted by Kingfish View Post
Let me explain the point. I only have glass up to 16000 and at that level on razors I voiced a specific concern about stray scratches appearing in the bevel. I know they are acceptable to some degree, but what is the point of refining the bevel to that level and getting grooves running with all you hard work. Yes at that point you guys are still giving a great product, but i was just wondering why, that is when he told Harrelson told me the best progression is Jp8000 then 30000 and that the 16000 is only going to getin the way on carbon steel of razors. I am not suggesting anthying for you to do different as your techniques and feel at each level tell you when the bevel is ready for the next stone.
Mike
I am still lost on this recommendation. I have tried this variation a few times and it is extremely unpredictable. I find the key to really getting the 30K to work consistently is using 5-7 strokes (usually under 10 and in a lot of cases sticking with the 5). I know Don likes the backstroke on the 30K but still uses a minimum of strokes too. When I have tried going from the 8K, It has been maybe 20 or 30 strokes and not consistent and a bunch I had to go back to the lower hone on.

Lynn