Thread: jumped into hones

or get either a D8c or a D8F, which will set bevels and lap (i think)

Originally Posted by dnullify

or get either a D8c or a D8F, which will set bevels and lap (i think)

D8c is a bit to fragile for the C12k me thinks
You will need xc or xxc for that

So based on common opinion where is a good supplier for a DMT?

Originally Posted by janivar123

D8c is a bit to fragile for the C12k me thinks
You will need xc or xxc for that

+1. DMT states that the only plate they say will handle lapping useage is the XXC, but a lot of guys (myself included) get by with doing light lapping/polishing with the XC. The regular C can be used to put a final polish on a hone after lapping it with a coarser plate, but it really shouldn't be used for serious lapping at all.

Originally Posted by knightwolf

So based on common opinion where is a good supplier for a DMT?

Straight Razor Designs, Craftsman Studios, Tools For Working Wood, Chef Knives to Go (just ordered some hones from them. Great service, immediate free shipping, good prices) are all good spots to buy from. I try to order from Straight Razor Designs as much as I can.