I am considering a first purchase of a water stone. Looking at the Norton combination 4000/8000 or maybe just the 8000, and now considering the new offering at L/N as discussed here in the last few days.
I have a Tormek grinder that I use for shaping the primary bevel. I have then been going silicone carbide paper on glass. I usually go down to 1500 grit and call it sharp, but recently have been using Semichrome paste on garnet paper to finish.
To pick up from the 1500 S/C paper, which stone should I buy? There doesn't seem to be a standard grit measurement system. Any thoughts or comments welcome. Bob