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I put like two capfulls of bleach in and so far no problem.
I want to add that since I bought Tony's pasted paddle strop I haven't used the Norton at all.

Yeah but if you have a combo stone 4k/8k then you will need to soak it.
I have mine in a plastic container with water so it is ready at all times.:D

The water stones need to be soaked at least 10 min. before using them.

ToxIk,

Agree with you 100% I have pretty much what you have plus a 12k stone. I love the pasted paddle strop the best though.:cool:

I would also recommend a four sided paddle strop. Tony Miller sells them at http://www.thewellshavedgentleman.com/ I would highly recommend his strops they are terrific. The four sided stris really...