Big Stones, Little Stones ???
I am curious as to what people prefer when choosing sizes for hones. Most barber hones are about 2" x 4", a few are 5" long and to me they seem a handy size for, well, your hand <g> I doubt anyone is doing extensive sharpening on them, more constant maintenance instead so the small size would not be a big issue.
I know for the Norton the "rules" say you have to buy the 3" x 8" version. It's a great size for extensive honing and marathon sessions with it sitting on a table top but for hand held use, where I think one gets the best feedback I have heard some feel it is too heavy. (me included)
So, for general tuning up and sharpening of your razors, and not restoring a beat eBay special, establishing an edge or nick removal what sizes do you feel offer the best results, surface areas vs. handiness ??
Tony