MAN AND SWATY UNITE!!!..... now legal in 3 states

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Originally Posted by holli4pirating

Just something to consider, but if you go with a 1K and a BBW/coticule, it'll do the same work as the 4k/8k, and it's can be a less expensive route.

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thanks for the idea
I had considered that but wasn't quite sure
plus I restore and hear the norton is faster
no?


BBW is on the list
it might replace the 4/8K
meaning whichever comes first

I do agree that the 4K/8K is faster to learn on, and may be faster to hone on too; but I would still recommend a 1K if you plan to set bevels.

I mostly prefer the versatility of using slurry and the feedback of the BBW/coticule as compared to the Norton. To me the Norton feels like an industrial tool while I feel like I'm crafting an edge on the Belgians.

setting bevels on 1500 sandpaper on glass

I have been looking for an effective 1000 grit hone that is as fast as 1000 grit sandpaper. So far, no luck. The diamond hones are simply to harsh on the edge, been there, done that.

The 4000 Norton is much faster than any of the Belgian hones that I have tried, either the BBW or the coticule ,with slurry.

Oh ya, never sell a hone,:)

I haven't had any problems setting the bevel on my coticule and working all the way up on the same stone..:thinking:

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Originally Posted by Disburden

I haven't had any problems setting the bevel on my coticule and working all the way up on the same stone..:thinking:

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good I have some old meat choppers that need 1/8 taken off

Should I send them to you? :gl:

:roflmao

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Originally Posted by Disburden

I haven't had any problems setting the bevel on my coticule and working all the way up on the same stone..:thinking:

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It really depends on the initial condition of the edge when starting honing. The 1000 grit is for old oxidized edges or small nicks in the edge.
That and your level of patience.:)

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Originally Posted by ChrisL

I love it. I may ask to use that as my signature line. :D

Chris L

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Yes, please! :rock::cool::rock:

Hmmm, maybe I should pull my Swaty out of the drawer. Mine too has been banished for a couple of years. Do you think 220 grit paper will get the job done?

Jordan

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Originally Posted by jnich67

Hmmm, maybe I should pull my Swaty out of the drawer. Mine too has been banished for a couple of years. Do you think 220 grit paper will get the job done?

Jordan

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it should do fine ( I say that was a joke son, a joke)

NO
I used some really nasty coarse stuff

try 100 or 80 to start

show no mercy !!:mace: