Thread: Wrong choice

Originally Posted by juannaredo

My error was, I didn't spent enough time on the 4k, even the Norton 4k which it is a fast cutting stone, needs time to do the job. I was in a hurry to shave with the new razor and reglected the proper time to hone the edge. I learned to take my time to hone. The Belgian stones forced me to acquire patience, a good habit to have in honing. Juan

every single person makes errors. as long as someone find it and try to fix it. that is all matter.
have fun

Personally I wouldn't use a 4k if 1k is more appropriate.
If you use the right grit for the right circumstances it will easier on the stones & cheaper in the long run... if you hone a lot