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It would appear that I need to clarify the flattening process.

Most stones are not flat. Some have huge unevenness across the surface (KING brand).

My brother recently purchased a KING 1k, 6k...

I also use a 325 diamond on my 1k, 4k, and 8k stones for knife sharpening.

But I prefer the finer grit for my SR stones.

This is just a personal preference.

You can order a certified flat granite slab for ~$40USD online.

I use the 2,000 grit on my 8k Norton combo with excellent results. I go down to 1k sand paper on the 4k.

You should be using 750 grit or higher for a 12k stone. Otherwise, it will feel rough after flattening. I flatten mine with 2000 grit sand paper on a certified granite slab. The result is smooth as...