Hey all,

So I don't have one, but I would really like a Shapton DGLP. Is it a good lapping plate to flatten all types of hones?? I know it works well for the Shapton stones (duh....), but how about other stones like the nortons, or a belgian blue or yellow coticule? I've just been lapping with sandpaper and a piece of ceramic tile. It works, but it's a little messy and awkward... Also, I'm hoping someone who has one can answer this, but how long does the DGLP last? If you only lap a stone a week, let's say, would it last several years?

I just want to know everything about it before I make the DGLP $289 leap! Thanks in advance for the advice!

Dave