Hey all
Im new to straights and have a kamisori on the way. Actually, I have 2 on the way but only one can truly be called a kamisori, the newb experience is unforgiving!.
Anyhow, I am rather familiar with using hones. I have a Norton 4/8 that I use on my hunting knives and routinely achieve hair popping edges. I understand that the steel, technique and use are all going to be different for the straights. I am simply curious as to what other hone I should pick up. I have read that the kamisoris are generally made with a harder steel and can take a higher grit than the Norton.
How much of my knife sharpening can I rely on during the learning phase? What higher grit stone can you recommend?
Thanks all