If you can find a good one, they're great hones. I have a pinkish looking Dressante that's just a great hone all around. It's 6x2, I really wish it was 8x3. Now, I do have a La Nouvelle 8x3 that's a great finisher, so between those two, it really leaves a nice edge. As mentioned, they are good for blades prone to microchipping, or a Tam o Shanter....