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I agree about the linked blog--it was very informative. However, it did not support the argument/discussion here.

Actually if you read post 2, you will see that I created both arguments.

I can cherry pick too. Each of my sources are cited.


Asked.



Asked.

Science does not work by cherrypicking statements either.

Again, no one assigned any special role for the Norton 8k. No one said the 8k achieves the maximum potential for a shave. These are...

You're creating an argument where there is none.
No one said 8k is shave ready to full potential.
Again, the point is what potential can be achieved from 8k.

Finally, if you are going to quote...

Dick, have you ever used a Norton 8k?

You seem to be missing the point here. A shave off of a Norton 8k is not the best possible shave, which is what many here are seeking. However, if you do...

That would be a useless comparison. The grit size is not the only factor for a hone.

Actually, I was directing that question to the person I quoted, DireStraights. However, I do agree that Norton 8k edges are just fine.

I've never owned a 4/8k either. How many times have you shaved off of an 8k Norton edge?

Even Lynn is still experimenting. He tried something new at the Asheville meet-up and came over to show me and was giddy with laughter and excitement over it.

The chase can be fun!

(But the...

Yes. I recently jokingly (it bombed) made a post about a 1k/1k pyramid. The point of it was that once you think you have a fully set bevel, go ahead and do a little more on it. It is constantly...

ABSOLUTELY NO DOUBT...

A Naniwa Chosera (now called Professional) 1k.

If you cannot get a comfortable shave off of the 8k, no higher grit hone is going to fix it. It will only thin your wallet.