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Belgian Coticule
on: July 09, 2018, 02:38:16 AM
I was reading a Wikipedia article on sharpening stones (looking for a replacement trapezoid shaped jeweler's stone that I used for serrated edges, which, unfortunately, I broke), and it mentions that Belgian Coticule has been prized since Roman times for the quality of edge it can put on a knife. I like natural stones, but am used to hard Arkansas. It says its equivalent to 4000 grit, which makes it extra fine.

Is it really worth the $25 for a small (3 7/8 by 1 1/2  stone)?  The Case Hard Arkansas I frequently use is just under that size, but cost $8.
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Re: Belgian Coticule
Reply #1 on: July 09, 2018, 11:49:46 AM
Depends on if you are willing to spend that kind of money to find out :think: If you are happy with the Case stone you may want to keep with it :tu: but if you are wanting to try something different then that price is extremely high either :salute: I have never had either so I can't comment on either for quality unfortunately :-\ but whatever you decide let us know :tu:
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Re: Belgian Coticule
Reply #2 on: July 09, 2018, 04:18:32 PM
For stones I usually use Aluminum Oxide or Silicon Carbide depending on the steel, so I'm not familiar with the price of natural stones.

4000 grit is pretty fine stone, not the stone I'd pick for a serrated edge.
Check Sharpening Supplies dot they've got Coticule and natural stones.
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Re: Belgian Coticule
Reply #3 on: July 09, 2018, 06:36:31 PM
Cody:Have you tried using one of these on serrated edges? Made by Smith's it has a tapered shaft covered with diamond dust(I believe)and has a groove down one side for touching up fish hooks.I've used one for years and it works very well on serrated blades.
EDIT:It even has three tools in the side:a small pair of scissors and a straight slot and Phillips screwdrivers!
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