I just got some and ordered some more chromium oxide 0.5mic abrasive powder from Hand American. Keith was helpful with shipping, but wouldn't reveal his trade secrets like what to use as a medium to turn it into a paste. Randy suggested using an oil base as water may dry out the leather of my bench hone, but aren't Amplex pastes water-based? So what should I do?



1) Just use water?
2) Use oil (suggestions for the oil type are more than welcome, especially if it's cheap lol)

Edit: Image added. It's in the gallery as well.