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Yeah, I would definitely get the “coarse” pair of films too, the 15-9, but unfortunately they were not available at knivesandrools.co.uk which is where I ordered from.

But since you guys say it is possible to go directly to the 6 micron film, all I have to do is try.

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Thank you all for the great help.

I ordered my WE yesterday, and hopefully I will have it by tomorrow.

I was considering getting the ceramics 1200-1600 because the gap between the 1000 diamond stone up to the 6 micron film seemed a bit too much for me.

However I decided to pass the ceramic for now and see how it goes.

If I see that after finishing with the 1000 grit diamond the 6 micron is too early to be used, I may order the ceramics as well.

Concerning the microscopes and such, I have found a few cheap usb powered ones that are being sold in stores close to where I live.

I will give one a try and if I see that it doesn’t do the job for me, I will search for a loupe (no matter how cheap this little thing is, I have a difficult time finding one at a store)

I really can’t wait to get started!!!!

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Thank you Mark!

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Thank you very much for your help M1rrorEdge!

 

I think I will follow your advice, and go for the films.

Only question is, how long do they last?

I mean, should I get one of each, or am I going to be left with nothing but glass in less than 5 sharpening and then have to place another order?

 

The diamond pastes (especially the really thin ones) are pretty expensive, and I don’t think I will try to mess with convex grinds in the near future.

I could invest on them if I find it necessary in the long run.

 

So, the cube is a good idea, and so is the low angle adapter. Happy to hear that.

Concerning the microscope…

I do not know if the rules of the forum allow it, but can I post a link from the shop I plan to purchase the WE and help me check if they offer such a microscope?

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Hi Mark!

Thank you for the reply.

All diamond stone from 100-1000 grit are included in the generation 3 system.

Am I wrong?

So apart from that, you would suggest the films right?

No need to go to leather strops, pastes etc.

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