Gentlemen,

I currently have the Naniwa 3000 and 8000 grit hones. I am a real novice at honing, but managed to do a decent job after a few attempts. My question is what is the better choice after the 8000 hone? Should I get the 10000 or 12000 hone next? I also made a balsa hone for the chromium oxide. I would appreciate any advise before I make a purchase. Thank you.