Thread: Can I get an edge with a 12000 grit stone?

Hi all - Clearly a newbie question. First I bought an unhoned blade. Then I got a Naniwa 12000, thinking I could skip getting a more coarse stone and just use more strokes. It doesn't seem to be working. Am I doing something wrong or do I really need to go out and get a 4000? Thanks all

12,000 is for finishing an edge and can help maintain it. If your razor does not have a proper bevel than you are basically just polishing over a poor edge. It is like thinking a wax will get out dents from a car. Sure your car will be shiny but the dents will still be there. So, having said you will want to get corse stones for bevel setting and cutting. I also suggest having a pro hone it. That way you can see how sharp that bugger can get.

If you're trying to set a bevel then you are going to need a much courser stone than a 12k. That stone is a finisher or a good stone to refresh an already honed blade.

I am new to honing myself, but I use 4 to 5 different grits to get a sharp edge. Another could tell you more but I think a 4000/8000 stone will need to be in your arsenal to get a good edge. Again Im not a professional, but it works for me. Good luck and there are great tutorials here to guide you too.

Thanks guys - that helps a lot. Any recommendations for honing services in Canada? I am in Toronto. Thanks again. Very impressed with the speed of response on this forum.

Originally Posted by torontojeff

Thanks guys - that helps a lot. Any recommendations for honing services in Canada? I am in Toronto. Thanks again. Very impressed with the speed of response on this forum.

You can check out the Member Services in the classifieds here or get in touch with Maxi who's right there in Toronto

What kind or razor ????

A Dovo Diament

If you have it honed by a pro then the 12k is ideal for maintenance.

Moved to "Honing" forum

There is Phil from Classicedge.ca, he is Located in Oakville, On. He hones my razors and he gets an amazing edge.