Noob looking for hone advice
I'm pretty new to SR shaving and to SRP so if I am posting this in the wrong place by all means let me know. As I said I am a beginner but in the future I plan on honing my own razors. I won't need to hone for at least a couple of months but I am doing some preliminary research and have a couple of questions concerning what type of equipment I may need. I will be honing as a matter of regular maintenance and to keep the edge, I don't plan on doing any heavy restoration or repair of chips or otherwise damaged edges (I hope, crossing my fingers).
From what I have read a lot of people recommend the Norton 4k/8k, and I have been leaning toward that, but I have read some information that suggests for simple upkeep a Naniwa 12k may be more appropriate. So I would appreciate any opinions or other suggestions.
Another question I had was concerning what to use to finish the blade. I have read a lot about CroOx and other pastes, like the red and green pastes or diamond pastes, used on paddle or hanging strops. Also I have heard some people use barber stones or coticule stones for finishing purposes. Again any advice on what you guys find works the best or what you think may be best for someone just starting out is much appreciated.
Anything you guys could add would be very helpful, there seem to be a lot of options out there and I would just like to get some opinions of those who have far more experience that I.
Thank you all,
Jon