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Would be interesting,...the Oxford dictionary should suffice. :wink:
Hal

Well it is not the same stuff as the "slurry" of a Belgian, but it is a lot more than "just metal filings" The hones cut faster when it is present. I don't know what you want to call the dark brown...

Those Nortons are fast and consistent to be sure; I really like the Belgian Coticule I got from Howard too. Good to know you have fun experimenting with classic barber hones; they are fun to use...

Dave, I use most of my hones dry at least when starting out, then step-up in sequence using slurry, water and lather if needed. These days, I've been experimenting with dry honing, and have got...

Good to know you like those Dubl Duck combos? I've got a mint one coming in the mail. It's sold as a "dry" hone, do you use yours dry?

Hal

I enjoy using and collecting classic barber hones. What are your favorites?