So... Damn AD's!! First blades, now rocks! :gaah:
So after reading (and while reading this thread http://straightrazorpalace.com/hones...huringian.html ) I bought 2 stones from AJ on the Bay.
I got these...
12"x3" Natural Purple Razor Hone Yellowlake Sharpening Stone Knife Tool | eBay
Large 8"x 3" V Fine 15K Slate Sharpening Stone Oilstone Hone Planes Chisels | eBay
So in itself, I think I am ok with these purchases. The advice I seek is about Arkansas stones, specifically the hard black surgical, and the translucent. I have been wanting to get one for, well, a long time...
Is there a benefit to having either of these stones for razors? I have synthetics from 500 to 8000 grit. I reading as much as I can, but I'm unclear on these stones. On site that sells them say the translucent is NOT as good as the black, another says there is no difference, other than color.
How are these stones for razors?
Advice appreciated, thanks guys!