Originally Posted by
Matthew N. Masail
Strange what you say about the 1.2 sigma, does it take you much work to remove the scratches with the Cho 3k? my 1.2k give a very refined consistent scratch patter compared to the coarser dull gray mess other 1k stones leave (don't count the Naniwa Superstone). if I let the 1.2k load a little (doesn't have to be much) I can get a edge the shaves hair straight of it, it will cut edge grain but doesn't last too long. that would be a good exercise to. mm.. hone your skills. Honestly, I wish I had a 1.2k like stone that didn't load as much or require soaking, that would be a great stone.