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I'm not sure to which thread you are referring; but unless by "long ago" you mean something around a month ago, the merging of the joining/jointing concept with Iwasaki has been ongoing until as...

It's quite rare for me to have the opportunity to tell you why you are wrong! :)

Here is the relevant part regarding honing time.

3-Honing Time
Many people think that when they hone on coarse abrasives, they should spend a lot of time, then
gradually reduce their honing time...

I think that brings the total maybe up to as high as 7. :)

I am of course joking about this number. I doubt it's that high!

Not correct. Keep in mind the following two points Iwasaki described.

1. This is the final honing step.

2. It is to continue for 10 to 15 minutes.

Imagine what your final edge would be...

Well, yes, the saying is that it takes two to have an argument and I have held up my side occasionally.

Of course, now I am calm and sedate.

May 27, 2011.

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