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I'm in to woodworking and saw that woodcraft has their 80th anniversary 3 hone set on clearance for $59.99. The first two hones are non-continuous (with the little holes) - 600 and 1200 grit. The third stone is a continuous 8000 grit stone (D6EE?). They are all 6"x2".
I'm mainly getting these for woodworking tools, but the last stone sounds promising for razor use too. For $20.00 per stone, you can't go wrong.
Jim
As far as i know they don't make dmt 6EE?8000.3 MICRON?
they do make dmt 1200 6e.
if you know link please do post .thank you
I found the link here: Buy Woodcraft DMT 80th Anniversary Diamond Stone Boxed Set, Woodcraft DMT 80th
You are correct, I can't find a stand-alone 6 inch 8000 grit continuous stone. However, that is what is described in the 80th anniversary set Dave linked.
I'll let you know what I end up with next week!
I hope it's not a misprint. A 2" x 6" EE would be a neat companion to pack along with a barber hone or similar sized coticule...
It's not a misprint. I just grabbed the last one at my local Woodcraft store. Definitely a 3 micron 2" x 6".Quote:
Originally Posted by Sticky
DMT's regular channels and their consumer link (both internet and by phone) still say they know nothing about a "D6EE". Apparently it isn't a regular catalog item yet.
Woodcraft tells me the warehouse still has about 600 units left.
This looks great, thanks for posting the info.
Just ordered a set of stones and a few pieces of wood for new scales.
Adam
Tool makers/companies often put out one-off, limited edition issues for anniversary, special company occassions, etc. Snap-on for example had a boxed set of gold plated box end wrenches. Stuff like that. Wouldn't surprise me if the 6" is only avaliable in this set and may never make the catalog.
Good info :)
thx Jim
I received mine today. It's as described. D6EE. Can't wait to try it out!
I just got mine today and it is indeed a 8000 mesh hone. I am pleased as punch with mine. :)
Photoguy67
For a beginner, would this be a useful kit? I was looking at the DMT 8EE, but then saw this deal.
Would it be worth the money to spend more for the 3" wide stone?
IMO, yes. I'm just past the beginner stage and I still bought one (already had a 3" DMT D8EE). 600 for knives and heavy razor work, 1200 for setting edges, and EE 8000 for polish before the chrome oxide and/or 12-16k.Quote:
Originally Posted by mddittman
It's a matter of preference. I prefer a 2" width, and sold my D8EE right after buying this set. Many others like 3" better. The only way to know is to try both. If you use DMT's, break them in first.Quote:
Would it be worth the money to spend more for the 3" wide stone?
I have some antique store razors that I'm going to try to bring back... one has a small chip on the edge so maybe the coarser stones will be the ticket to get it back in shape.
ETA: just ordered this set; looks like a great deal and gives me some quality stones instead of the Smith Arkansas stone that I've always used on my pocketknife. I also got the DMT knife guide, so my pocketknife will benefit too!
OK, I placed my order today!
Also picked up a flexible diamond DMT sheet for restoration purposes. See how that works out for fighting the pits!
Thanks for the heads-up!:tu
I've been meaning to get the DMT 1200 and I wouldn't mind the D6EE but how do they hone?
I have a differnt brand 1200 diamond plate (2x6), and it is excellent at setting bevels and such. I tried a DMT8EE early on in my honing, and did not appreciate it. I am now looking forward to revisiting it.
Do a search for "breaking in a DMT", as you definitely want to do that, or it can microchip your edge.
I'm also interested in how well the DMT 600 will re-work EBay wedges:)
I think that deal is a good one. The D6EE they have was probably a special run made for Woodcraft as it's not in the regular catalog.