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Thank you for the messages. I was going from a 1500 DMT diamond to a
8000 water stone and I just ordered a 3000 grit water stone to use
after the 1500 DMT, as well as a magnifying glass to see my progress
as I go through the different grits. When I get the new stone I will
be sure to build up the slurry and work off of that.
Joe
Does anybody have a sharpness test other than shaving my arms or my
wife's legs?

Magnifying glass?

If you want to test the edge try shaving off oak end grain. If it comes
off cleanly and leaves a smooth surface you have arrived.

I suggest you only attempt the test after using all your new stones and
magnifying glass. That way you won't be kicking yourself in the ass for
having spent so much money for so little return.

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MikeG
Heirloom Woods
www.heirloom-woods.net