Thanks for the Thread, and I very happy it all worked out for you, it's good to find the Right woman to spend eternity with!!! diluteing the bleach was a great idea on your wifes part, cudos!!
I always worried about just how long to leave my wetstones out before packing them away??!!
I've always thought mold might developed, and not I know that is a real possibility I will be extra careful.
Be Safe, Be well, Be Happy, Be Clean Shaven!
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