Originally Posted by
StraightRazorDave
That's interesting to know, thanks Gary. :) So it does seem like the coticule would be a good maintenance hone.
I think I remember Bart saying that coticules don't vary as much in the polishing qualities as they do when they're used with slurry for cutting. What I mean is that when you throw slurry into the equation there are a lot of variations in cutting ability from coticule to coticule, but those coticules will vary much less when it comes to there polishing abilities when used with just water. It does seem that some are just not as good at polishing, but those are probably the super soft and fast ones.....I dunno, ask Bart!
I think it's funny how it seems that many threads in the honing forum not specifically about coticules seem to degenerate into a discussion about coticules. :o