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Your post intrigued me and I just had to test out the Naniwa 12k then UF progression tonight.

Testing:
I was highly skeptical as the shaves off the Naniwa 12k were generally better than what I...

No, I said that I've done that to a few razors as an experiment. No conclusive results so far. However, I encourage anyone who has both to try it out. Try the spyderco first, then try the naniwa...

I don't see any point in using the Chinese stone.

I've gotten good edges using the UF and then the Naniwa. Not sure if they are better than just the Naniwa, as I've only done it twice. Maybe you...

Agreed. The C12 is a cheap alternative to the better stones. Its cheap for a reason.

UF and Naniwa 12 are pretty much the same grit. The Naniwa cuts faster though.