[QUOTE=chee16;783403]So, again, it was more about finding the perfect fix for my situation then me trying to tell anyone to do what I have done (not that you were implying that, but at tha start of the thread it seemed like I might have given that impression unintentionally).QUOTE]

I don't think you did that at all, nor did I intend to give the impression that I thought you had done anything wrong. I just didn't want anyone pulling out their saws before understanding what they were doing.

I completely understand about the 220 vs. sandpaper for lapping. The 220 is more convenient to just grab and lap (though it and your other hones should be soaked first) rather than messing around with sandpaper. Sandpaper is also easy to use, but you had a hone you weren't using and you re-purposed it. You sir, are an environmental hero!