Thread: From statr to end with DTM1200 and a Swaty barbers hone

Originally Posted by groovyd

really i would like to know how the DMT 8k would do as a bevel setter since the impression is that 1.2k or DMT in general leaves a rough edge to finish but I have heard no one who tried the 8k (which may realistically be 5k equivalent or less). the appealing thing is it requires no maintenance or lapping and should cut super fast since it is diamond. it might even be a good lapping plate for a natural 15k+ finisher like the welch slate i have that is giving me some of the best shaves ever.

Don't use the DMT EE 8k as a lapping plate; slurry will remove the plating that holds the diamonds onto the plate (likewise, to the E 1200). Use a DMT C 325 or 120 for lapping and rinse it regularly.

Originally Posted by Frameback

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Since I am an engineer and engineer generaly has a mental urge to always make thinks smaller and faster (not always good hehe) I would like to experiment with a set of mini-hones for stressed people on the run, and to see how good it can actually get.

I was thinking DTM1.2K->DMT8K->Barbers stone-> Crox and thats it.

I'm also an ME/EE and prefer fast results for the same reasons. Exactly what I use since about January 2009, if you change crox to black Dovo ~1micro. The crox I still use about 5-10% of the time, superb stuff.

The set of mini-hone stones that can actually fit in the pocked and are basically maintenance free would consist of: DMT W4E, DMT W4EE, Swaty stone.
Then I actually found this post from a guy that seems to be happy:

http://straightrazorpalace.com/hone-...-000-mesh.html

I think I will give it a try to see how this solution can be and evaluate time, maintenance, consistent results etc etc etc.

Note that this would just be a side experiment for people like me: Stressed, lack of time, no space, no time for maintenance, that just want to be able to set low/medium straights to be shave ready in a consistent and acceptable solution.

This is not a replacement for a decent honing system with proper stones, that in the end is the best solution. Its just an experiment as proof of concept.

Any feedback on the 3-stone mini hone system is more then welcome! All hones regardless of material should fit in a human hand, thats my requirement aswell

I've done it and it works. Mostly I just use the 4 inch in EE since it quickly removes the E 1200 striations.

Search for some of Seraphim's posts (here and at B&B), since he does something similar; only he often finishes up on a surface plate with coated plastic/paper abrasives.

get a second swaty, and rub em together for slurry

Ill order chosera 1k soon it comes with a slurry. I need to sell of someday of my heljestrand and Anton bergs first. I have to many...

Glen Do i need a 3 or 5 kr naniwa aswell? I Do have a cheaper 3/8k combo from Taidea