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I too use a Norton 1k for bevel setting followed by a 4/8k :)
I'm not an expert by any means but I recon a correctly set bevel is 95% of the job.
Unless the bevel is right I find that no amount of...

thanks mate, you've been very helpful indeed
i just ordered some balsa sheets off flea bay
can't wait to try it out and check the results under my veho x400
one thing i can't figure is why most...

Would you mind telling me the quantities of oil and crox you mix?
How does balsa react to the mineral oil?
Thanks

Using the powdered crox is a pain.
Has anyone tried the Dialux Vert or Dialux Rouge compounds for balsa strops?

Canning Compound | Dialux | Vonax | Carbrax | AA Rouge | Steelcut | Radio Rouge |...

I was looking at making something similar for use with chrome oxide.
What is the advantage, if any, of using balsa as opposed to a leather strop?

BTW, I too am having difficulty in deciding how...