Thread: Touch Up Hone

Originally Posted by Robini

Thank you to all who gave input in this thread. I received my hones today, Chosera 1k, SS 5/8/12k. (more than I need, I know. Couldn't resist) Now it is time to play and learn! Looking forward to my successes and failures/frustration!

Chosera... GREAT stones!

There is the great soaking debate...

My opinion is to not soak them.
Others say to oak them no more than 15 to 20 minutes before use.

Mostly they are splash and go, so splash then go when they are not too thirsty.
For me that is less than two min of splashing.

What you ARE NOT supposed to do is leave them in the water for
extended periods of time. Stand them on their side to drain and
air dry perhaps on a couple chopsticks or other rack.

I have a second hand 10K that is a bit crazed... It is better than fine for kitchen knives.

Others may have advice.... I am willing to be corrected.

Thanks niftyshaving.

I have a full set of chosera stones for the Wicked Edge knife sharpener so I am familiar with them. I agree, no need to soak them. I spray them down and keep them wet, work great!