Thread: Yellow Coticule or combination

Originally Posted by Dups

Hey dave,

do you still use the BBW side of your stone or simple the Coticule?

I like to use the BBW still. I'm not proficient enough with just the coticule to reach the desired edge keenness. But I think that will change as I perfect the coticule, as I foresee myself only using the coticule side and skipping the BBW. But I still feel the BBW is very usefull as definitely has it's place.

Just purchased a large Coticule select grade bout!

Originally Posted by Dups

Just purchased a large Coticule select grade bout!

Post pictures when you get it, because we here hate seeing pictures of natural stones.....

I just finished using the Dilucot method on an eBay special, picture will follow. It is a 5/8 full hollow with great looking scales. It does take a lot of work and, in my opinion, you have to keep a slight pressure in the dilute step and a light pressure, I mean light, when you're finishing with just water. In addition, one needs to keep his focus in the last 100 laps, as I was loosing focus because of the repetition. But the final result was great, it popped hair with ease and the shave was smooth. It was a zen moment.

The Dilucot method needs practice and patience, but it is worth it. The shave is smooth and you only need one hone.

Keep at it till you get it right, you won't regret it.