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Thread: Belgian stone or not?
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03-04-2008, 12:32 AM #11
I do agree with alex that coticule is quite friendly, but if you're after mastering honing, keeping on the norton will do it as well. And yes, bout coticules are great - not too expensive, yet work great.
Also, I'm using a TI two-sided paddle strop. I'm thinking in investing in a hanging strop (Illinois) -- the paddle strop seems "short" to me. I'm using TI paste sparingly on one-side before finishing -- 25 to 30 strokes each side after each pyramid. I'm trying to be very, very focused on my technique during honing and stropping (keeping blade flat and even -- little pressure -- x-pattern strokes -- rolling properly at end of the stroke).
good luck
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03-04-2008, 01:54 AM #12
I've heard good things about both Illinois and Tony's strops. No real reason (although I do live in Illinois).
Just placed an order today, so we shall see.