Thread: Two Shapton 8000 Glass Options?

Originally Posted by Kingfish

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

OK Now you just totally confused me on this whole thread, are you actually trying to say that the errent scratches found in a bevel, although they have no effect whatsoever on the shaving ability of the razor are caused, because the Shapton 16k is not made for razors because Harelson (I have honed 3 razors) Stanley said so...???

I gotta ask??? Have you ever looked at the bevel after you strop on Linen & Leather?????
Or better yet have you looked at the bevel after using a Coticule... or a Japanese natural????
There are these little tiny pieces of grit that roll around on stones that every now and then actually leave a tiny scratch on the bevel...

Better yet why am I even bothering, if Harellson thinks that the 16k GS is no good for razors I guess maybe we should all ask for a refund from Shapton on our stones???? and tell them Harellson sent us????

You guys are confusing me on this one