Thread: Naniwa 800 ss

I have read several posts from guys here that use 800 grit stones.

I have the urge to get a new stone and I am wonering if an 800 would set a bevel easier than a 1k, or would it be a pointless stone and a waste of money?

Never used one but it seems a little close to 1k. Might be good for use where lots of work is needed on bevel set to correct chips or uneven bevel edge quicker.
I'd be interested to know how it works out though or, at the very least, hear more feedback.

I've used the 800 not mine BTW. Worked great. I have and use the 600 for when I need it. The 600 is definitely faster. For me that's exactly what I did and no regrets.

No need for the 800k if you have the 1k. Can't remember if you have the 1k Chosera, if you do, the brown nagura can be used to make a slurry which helps speed up bevel setting.
Any hone more aggressive than a 1k is really for restorations.

This may help in determining stria patterns.

I could see having a 600 for restoration reasons. I have a 400 I think that Ive used to hog some metal away to find good stuff faster. But then you have a lot of work on a 1k to get rid of the super deep scratches. But it has come in handy. Just not often.