Quick update: I have used the Belgian Blue with the DMT 1200, coticule and Nakayama I have, to restore 4-5 razors and re-sharpen 7-8 more.

What a peculiar, but great, stone!

I have used it with medium and light slurry in varying places in the progression above and it works exactly as I hoped it would. It really refines the grit marks without significantly dulling the bevel.

First off, Howard shipped it fast and safe. Excellent job overall.

It does have a few inclusions, but in an 8"x3" stone, it's bound to happen, and they have no negative impact on honing.

One issue I have with this stone:

Every time I use it, I smell grape kool aid... I know it's in my head, but that's pretty weird. I'm not complaining, I just thought I would share that with everyone.