Quote Originally Posted by thebigspendur View Post
Every natural stone is different so it's hard to compare one to the other and also the way you use it can make a big difference. I find when I use the naniwa 12K I always have a slightly harsh edge so Cr0 is mandatory for me with that stone. My Coticule gives a much better edge all around than the Naniwa and my escher beats them all. I think my Escher has spoiled me as far as edge refinement is concerned.
This is exactly the same experience I have had. If my escher beats my coticule it ain't by much, hence the title of the thread.