Thread: Recommended size of Coticule?

I wouldn't feel comfortable with one less then 150 X 40mm. YMMV

I think I might be a little in the minority here (gee, what a surprise) but I've always wanted a small coticule, like 2 inch x 2 inch for travel, but also because I think the compact size creates a more disciplined stroke with a more accurate and concise stroke pattern.

Last thing I want from a hone is enough room to let the blade build up speed. It doesn't need to be a runway.

Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

I wouldn't feel comfortable with one less then 150 X 40mm. YMMV

That's about my preferred dimensions for a Coticule.
My first one was a combo 90mm X 140mm. I bought it that wide because I was unaware of the X-stroke. I sold later it and bought a longer and smaller stone. A "bout" of 35mm X 200mm. Much better. A "Bout" is a irregularly shaped Coticule. They are a bit cheaper, because they are not as popular. On the other hand, if you contact Ardennes Coticule, and you ask them to pick a bout for you, they have a far greater pond of stones, to choose just the right one for razors.


Best regards,
Bart.

i just want to know where you found a couticle for that price in a 6 by 2 inch size, almost everyone sells that size for 90 dollars or so

Originally Posted by jwoods

i just want to know where you found a couticle for that price in a 6 by 2 inch size, almost everyone sells that size for 90 dollars or so

The 1st post was made on 05-02-2006.