Maybe it's a short-term v long-term thing...? Or depends on how much steel you need to abrade? or what kind of steel?
Anyway, we probably ought to start a new thread to continue this discussion, I've kinda hi-jacked Znunez72's Hello/Help thread.
Maybe it's a short-term v long-term thing...? Or depends on how much steel you need to abrade? or what kind of steel?
Anyway, we probably ought to start a new thread to continue this discussion, I've kinda hi-jacked Znunez72's Hello/Help thread.
Remember: You're a unique individual...just like everybody else.
I think the best bet, (and I did this too), is call Jon and Japanese Knife Imports. He'll spend some time with you over the phone or via E-mail and lead you down the right direction.
The hijacking doesn't bother me. The discussion caused me to research the topic. Knowledge for the sake of knowledge.
If you are interested in more on Arkansas stones, there is a good article here: http://www.cookfoodgood.com/?p=21
Rick
+1
Just a couple weeks ago I was bitching about my DMT-c not cutting, then read the advice here. Saturday I spent an hour or so thinning an old knife with the DMT dry, and voila! the thing did cut much faster. It also required more frequent cleaning, but the increase in speed and effectiveness more than made up for it. I don't care if it wears out faster, because now it actually works!