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Thread: Is Soaking Stones Needed?
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12-13-2014, 04:32 PM #2
With the changes in the formulation of some stones ( Naniwa Chosera) I recommend against it. The stones with the new binder will develop cracks quickly. Many stones will change color due to the migration of binders. King/ Ice Bear are notorious for that. I found out the hard way. A buddy with lots of time in honing stored his hones in eater. I tried it with newer stones of the same manufacture.
The water, also, can develop some really nasty bacteria. If you are not a potter, don't do it!
Natural stones do not need a soak.
Read the manufacturer's web pages to see their recommendations, not the seller's!
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