So I tried the techniques in the video that you sent and I will say that the quality of consistency is way better. The edge did appear to be sharper and more uniform. I did order new stones for the coarse grit and 400/600 previously. I noticed that the 400 grit stones were not normal. Normal meaning one of the 400 grit stones had a very deep rough scratch patter than the other new stone. I’m trying to use my old 400/600 stones, but I feel like they don’t really remove any of the previous scratch patterns. I might just have to buy another new set. I’m not sure how Wicked Edge is with warranties, but maybe I should write them an email. I also got two ceramic stones that fell apart while sharpening (the stones fell out). So anyways the scratch pattern with 100/200 stones seems good, but when I move up to my already used 400/600 stones they just don’t cover up the previous pattern. By the way I did not notice at much chipping while using the new technique that was shown in the video. The knife was sharper that I have been able to get it in the past. I feel once the 100/200 grit stones break in, then they will be more consistent and true. I’ll just have to get the 400/600 grit stones replaced. Not having the 400 grit is crucial. I’m not sure if I should replace my 800/1000 grit stones yet? It does seem like they are broken in nicely, but at this point maybe I should just focus on the other grits.
