Thread: Vintage Norton

Well, if I am right about it being a 220/1000 or something in that neighborhood, I'd hang on to it. A new one will set you back $60-$70, and they are one of the more popular choices for going from ebay trash blade up to a good working bevel that is ready to be honed.


Since you think we may be on the right track, you might poke around a few woodworking stores, and see if you can find a 220/1000 norton and compare.

Originally Posted by VeeDubb65

Well, if I am right about it being a 220/1000 or something in that neighborhood, I'd hang on to it. A new one will set you back $60-$70

Hm, I got a King 220/1K for $20... I agree that it's worth it to hang onto the stone though, it sure will come in handy for setting bevels and removing chips. Just be careful that the 220 side isn't too soft/doesn't wear too fast and stays plenty wet when you use it. I find that low grits tend to break down faster than higher grits, and they are very porous, so they lose their water pretty fast.

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

Hm, I got a King 220/1K for $20...

I'm not at all familiar with the King 220/1k, but I based that statement on the link I posted, which you will see is a norton 220/1k at classicshaving.com for $64.99.

I just check the norton stones store, and they sell them for $49.41 So, I guess it's more like $40-$65 than $60-$70, but like everything else, I'm sure they can be had cheaper if you shop around and find a bargain.


Also, you should probably note that the color of your stone, and the color of the 220/1k norton are not quite the same. This could be because your stone is grimey from use. I've seen plenty of water stones that have been used with oil for one reason or another. It could also mean we're barking up the wrong tree.