Thread: Which DMT?

I know this is a noob question, but I want to get a bevel setting stone that cuts a bit faster that the Norton 1000. I think a DMT 1200 would do that, but there seem to be a couple of models, one that is just a basic block shape and another with a perforated aluminum cover over the diamond matrix. Which one should I use, or would either do the job?

Thanks.

Originally Posted by pcb01

I know this is a noob question, but I want to get a bevel setting stone that cuts a bit faster that the Norton 1000. I think a DMT 1200 would do that, but there seem to be a couple of models, one that is just a basic block shape and another with a perforated aluminum cover over the diamond matrix. Which one should I use, or would either do the job?

Thanks.

My preference is the continuous plate. The perforated one will work I'm told but the solid one is better IMO.

For actual razor honing, I prefer the continuous grit.

I also like the continuous ones. With regards to size, since you're going to be setting bevels, I would really suggest going with the 8 inch one. I have a 6, and I find it too small for honing purposes.

I have both types in 2"x6". They both work fine. I still use the continuous at least three times as often. I think it has a better "feel"; not sure why.

i may tell you something and it will make you think about. dmt 1200 will not be faster the norton 1000.
Let me explain this a little.
AFter you get dmt 1200 you will need to brake in to use it.
when we do brake in i don't think dmt 1200 acts real 1200 grit.
This may sound crazy but this is what i have noted recently. My dmt 1200 now leave such a nice edge i am getting confuse. Acts like 8000k

Now you decide.

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

I also like the continuous ones. With regards to size, since you're going to be setting bevels, I would really suggest going with the 8 inch one. I have a 6, and I find it too small for honing purposes.

I have the d8e in both 8" and 6". Both have their uses. I like the 6" for most purposes. Might end up selling the 8", its heavy.

I've only used the 6 inch and have never had any issues with it. Whether or not it's faster than the Norton 1K I can't say, never used it.

Hones sell pretty well here, if you get the DMT and don't like it you can sell it on the classifieds for only a small loss.

I dont know if you are partial to dmt but Lynn gives good reviews of the naniwa super stones as faster cutters than nortons...

I will defer to the DMT guru's when it comes to those... BUT
Man how many razors are you honing per day that you need a faster cutter than the 1k Norton???? Or are you making razors so you need something to do a initial bevel cut????? Just curious????