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That is the Arashiyama that I have. I really like this hone. It feels rather gritty compared to most 1k's, but I like its feedback, and gritty is not so bad for a bevel setter. The scratch pattern...

I guess it doesn't make sense to me. Which Shapton 1k do you have?

I don't have the Chosera 1k, but I've got the 600 and 800 and really like the way they are more aggressive but do not leave...

I will sift through it tonight, but I will warn you that a link to a vending site is not allowed unless you are an approved vendor. For that reason you probably will have to do a "workaround."
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Since Schtoo declared in his first post that he does not shave with a straight, yes I think the assumption is correct that his experience is related to tool sharpening. We're going have to convince...

Well that depends on what one is honing. Not everyone plans on going into the honing business. I know it doesn't see that way, but there are a few guys who really are not planning that yet. For...

There is one thing about the Norton 1k that I do not like. No matter how long I soak it, it is a thirsty sponge. I have to keep spraying mine something like every 10 strokes--despite leaving them...