Hello all, I have a nice japanese waterstone which is nice for sharpening chisels buy not scrapers because it is too soft. I read that the best for this job is a diamond stone which is very wear resistant. The question is which stone should I buy. I mean which grit? I want to buy just one for now that should be pretty versatile. Perhaps in the future I might buy another one.
Thanks Enrico
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Hi Enrico,
If you purchase a diamond stone, consider getting one of the continuous grit ones. I think mine is a 1200 grit equivalent. I mention the continuous grit ones simply because I have caught the corner of a scraper into the mesh-type before.
Another thought, though, is getting an oil stone for this purpose. A new oil stone can be used with the fluid medium you are use to--water. Just don't ever use oil on the stone. Also, consider using the side of the stone. This will leave the surface for use on blades. Also, a smaller oil stone is relatively inexpensive.
Take care, Mike
I have an 8" square diamond lapping plate, bought years ago from a forgotten source. Don't know the grit, either. It has continuous stones and does a good job on things like scrapers. However, care is needed to avoid digging in with a corner or imperfection, because the diamonds can be gouged.Joe
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