I use lather all the time, for polishing], lather is a fine polisher. It also acts to some degree as a cleaner of the metal - if your steel needs it, that is
If you could point me in the direction of where this information originally came from, I'd appreciate it. I don't want to speak out of course, but this information is directly contrary to published information available on SRP for download. Just trying to do my due diligence, and learn something along the way if possible. Thanks!

OP: Keep practicing, and be patient. I'm not gonna throw in my two cents, cause I think you got all the info you need. Just keep at it with the info you have.