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Yes and no. I wouldn't confuse a professional (one that earns money for his trade) with an expert. While they may be one in the same, not all experts are professionals and not all professionals are...

I use a Naniwa 2000 for bevel setting, a couple of coticules for honing the blades, and a Naniwa 12000 for final finishing or touch-ups. I have older Sheffields (near wedge or 1/4 hollows) and this...

I was just wondering if softer steel shows up more on waterstones, as opposed to hard steel or stainless. Are the steel particles different?

Kind of like not using aluminum or brass on a grinder.

Has anybody has problems with the softer steel on waterstones?