I've about decided to do my own honing. Before I do I need to buy a stone. I've decided to get a Norton water stone but I need to know if I want the 4/8K combo or a one sided one either 4K or 8K. I'll be honing either a new high quality 6/8 NIB such as a TI or a newly acquired used one in good condition with no damage to the edge. Neither will be shave ready. After honing I will use a Tony Miller 2 sided strop with 1.0 & .5 micron diamond paste.

Under these conditions what is recommended: Norton 4/8K, Norton 4K, or Norton 8K? My objective is to get what I need under these circumstances while also trying to save some money by not buying more than I need. Thanks.

Duke