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08-24-2009, 03:08 PM
Thread: Two Shapton 8000 Glass Options?
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Mike, don't feel bad. I was wrong once myself. :)...
Mike, don't feel bad. I was wrong once myself. :) Kidding aside, I just was reading the latest in this thread and what comes to mind is that these hone mfgs take their business seriously. The old...
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08-23-2009, 01:23 PM
Thread: Two Shapton 8000 Glass Options?
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According to Harrelson Stanley (Shapton USA rep)...
According to Harrelson Stanley (Shapton USA rep) the glass stones are a different formula than the pros. I have always wondered about that . The abrasive may very well be the same stuff while the...
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08-12-2009, 08:01 PM
Thread: Two Shapton 8000 Glass Options?
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No worries Mike, I was wrong once before :) as...
No worries Mike, I was wrong once before :) as long as the shave is smooth and close that is all that matters.
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08-08-2009, 07:46 PM
Thread: Two Shapton 8000 Glass Options?
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I know what you mean Glen. I am at work and we...
I know what you mean Glen. I am at work and we are busy right now so just quick I would answer that question by by telling that fellah to get those glass stones and practice honing and he will be...
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08-08-2009, 05:20 PM
Thread: Two Shapton 8000 Glass Options?
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Maybe so but if those of us who are hone freaks...
Maybe so but if those of us who are hone freaks couldn't discuss this stuff why even have a forum ? If people who are enthusiasts didn't try new stuff and comment on it we all would be using Norton...
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08-08-2009, 03:21 PM
Thread: Two Shapton 8000 Glass Options?
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I distinctly remember both Harrelson and Howard...
I distinctly remember both Harrelson and Howard saying that the glass stones are a different formula from the Pro stones. I believe it was both abrasive and binder.
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08-08-2009, 04:05 AM
Thread: Two Shapton 8000 Glass Options?
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I think you might be right on that Kevin. Not...
I think you might be right on that Kevin. Not saying that the 16k is the issue but micro chipping will have a harsh feel on the skin.
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08-08-2009, 02:49 AM
Thread: Two Shapton 8000 Glass Options?
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This is part 2. I didn't want to make the first...
This is part 2. I didn't want to make the first post too long. I have had a 16k glass briefly and I thought it was very good. I traded it because I already have the full set of Shapton Pros and with...
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08-08-2009, 02:32 AM
Thread: Two Shapton 8000 Glass Options?
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Pass the salt. :D When I talk to Harrelson on the...
Pass the salt. :D When I talk to Harrelson on the phone I always keep in mind that he isn't a razor honer and that he has his own point of view on Shaptons. For instance I mentioned that I bought my...
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