So after discovering how handy block planes are when installing some new cabinets, I bought a Buck something-or-other from HD, lapped the base and sharpened it and really enjoyed using this newly discovered tool (guess the zeitgeist for my generation is power tools for everything). Anyway, I decided to step to a high quality plane because this will always have a spot in my work. Bought a DX60 with PM blade. So my questions are around prep for first use.
The note with the tool says it is coated in rust resistant material, and to clean this off, then wax the base. Clean with what? Wax with what?
Also it said the blade is sharp and "ready for final honing". What would you guys suggest? I sharpened the Buck by hand, simply because I have pretty good sharpening skills and setup for kitchen knives. Final hone by hand should be no problem? What grit? I use Shapton Glass stones and a couple other Japanese stones.
Any other suggestions?