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   Rob_Sp | Aug 26, 2022 02:21pm | #1

   For hand sanding, which I do a lot of on the lathe, I find this 3M product works best. It has excellent life, a flexible back, and the backing is a bit tacky which makes it comfortable to control, especially if you fold it. The back when folded together will grip each other and not slide around in use.
   Lowes carries it here which makes it convenient to pick up.
   I know of no comparable product from Klingspor.

   
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   user-6992369 | Aug 26, 2022 03:31pm | #2

   Here in Ashevllle NC, I frequently use the local Kingspoor shop, and have found their advice spot-on regarding abrasives. I’d simply call them, where you can have an easy interactive conversation.
   Don

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   john_c2 | Aug 26, 2022 05:01pm | #3

   For hand sanding I like garnet. It cuts so much better. But I wouldn't use it to strip finish, in a power sander, or at the lathe.

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   eddo234 | Aug 26, 2022 06:17pm | #4

   I love the “What Klingspor sandpaper type do I use!” question, and the answer is “Here’s the 3M I use.” :-) Not sure if you’ve come across this yet, but it offers some advice about various Klingspor types of sandpaper and recommendations on what types to use for certain operations. It’s not a complete answer, but the Tips section is useful. http://valleywoodworkers.org/wp2/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Abrasives-A-to-Z-V3.pdf

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   eddo234 | Aug 26, 2022 06:26pm | #5

   There’s also their FAQ page. https://www.woodworkingshop.com/faq/