Well I thought I would add my 2 cents. I had one that had problems because of a wierd vein running through it. But I took it back and got a new one. This one was NOT flat but once flattened and the edges beveled it is a great stone. I use it as an intermediate before my shapton 15k and the pastes. I could shave off the stone though as it is very sharp there. I am just a honing geek. For the money it can't be beat. I use my fine diamond plate to lap it and make a slurry but I don't use the slurry most of the time. I just use the stone with water.
__________________
-Chris-
Though your chin be smooth as satin
You will need me soon I know
For the Lord protects his barbers
And He makes the stubble grow.
-Man of La Mancha
|