All of the trash on tv now that millions of people are exposed to, then there is this treasure of a gentleman that a few thousand people have had the privilege to listen to. Perhaps more exposure of wonderful people like this, and less of whatever the trash of the day that gets seen by all, would actually lead to more people being like this. The best part is I am sure he has no idea why people would want to listen and be captivated by his stories and personality. Thank You, sir, for sharing. This is what teaching really is. People remember things told to them in this manner.
"I don't know much about stones..." *Proceeds to explain more about stones and tips than I've found anywhere online.* Thank you for the video, love the end grain blocks - it makes so much sense!
Absolutely amazing boxes you have made! You have a nice collection of oil stones I must say. I have an old double sided stone that needs a new box, these have inspired me to make one:) thanks for the video.
Gave that beautiful box to a friend, rather than accept three hundred pounds from one of those types who know the price of everything but the value of nothing. Good on you Bill. Thanks for the video, especially the end-grain tip!
could the khaki stone be a hindostan? I have one that looks just like it. When I first got it I thought it was wood because of the sedimentary layers you can see on the sides
Some are and some a coarser if you were to have one stone only I would recommend a Washita, this stone will do all you need. For the first 20 years of my working experience I made do with one carborundom stone.
@@MasterofPlay7 I have a Belgian Blue and it does work on moderen powdered steels (S30V and S90V at least). Having said that it's fairly slow, even if you use little water and apply significant pressure. It's a very good looking stone and gives you good feedback while sharpening. Provides a a smooth matte finish from my experience. It's a good stone, but I would only use it for touching up an already established edge.
MasterofPlay7 I have a yellow Coticule and really love it. Expensive but quite fast for the finish and it has a “variable grit”. The more pressure and slurry, the coarser, and vice versa.
All of the trash on tv now that millions of people are exposed to, then there is this treasure of a gentleman that a few thousand people have had the privilege to listen to. Perhaps more exposure of wonderful people like this, and less of whatever the trash of the day that gets seen by all, would actually lead to more people being like this. The best part is I am sure he has no idea why people would want to listen and be captivated by his stories and personality. Thank You, sir, for sharing. This is what teaching really is. People remember things told to them in this manner.
I see this comment you made is old.
But, I agree with you!
This is the first time I heard about the end grain wood at the ends of the stones. It makes absolutely sense, thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I think it is an English method as people around the world haven't heard of the technique.
In my experience it really only works with hard stones an not all sharpening techniques.
Those boxes are so beautiful. Learnt something today about sharpening stone boxes. Thank you sir.
I never knew about the end grain trick on the stones . I will most definitely be using your tip about that thanks.
A lovely video and very interesting too.
Having the internet is almost like having a nearly- infinite number of wise grandparents to learn from, thanks for sharing this trove of knowledge.
And that’s all I know about stone’s…👏
So much info and such beautiful boxes and craftsmanship 🪚 thank you 🙏 Sir…🤓
Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge. Eaoecially, thank you for showing the beautiful boxes you made.
I learned here. Those end blocks are genius. Thank you
Your modesty says much about your character. Best Wishes from Northampton.
Splendid presentation, thank you. I love the boxes, and the end-block is brilliant.
Can you tell me what a Blue 2 by 8 is can you help.
I would like to pick this gentleman’s brain for days. I could learn a lot!
Some beautiful woods you have worked. Enjoyed listening to you. All the best.
"I don't know much about stones..." *Proceeds to explain more about stones and tips than I've found anywhere online.*
Thank you for the video, love the end grain blocks - it makes so much sense!
Loved your tip about the end grain blocks which I will employ.
Lovely boxes those!
What a gentleman.
Absolutely amazing boxes you have made! You have a nice collection of oil stones I must say. I have an old double sided stone that needs a new box, these have inspired me to make one:) thanks for the video.
Thank you Sir, I really enjoyed listening to you.
Very interesting , thanks for this
Thank you for sharing your knowledge but more importantly your history 👍
Nice wood scabbards for whetstones. Might get myself an oilstone
What an amiable fellow
A great piece about stones Bill. You're looking well. Regards to you and Sarah. Jamie
Thank you that was awesome
Beautiful boxes! Washitas' are Arkansas stones. Just a tad softer than the soft Arkansas. But, they are true Arkansas stones
You have made from sharpening stones some bits of art Sir, well done
Gave that beautiful box to a friend, rather than accept three hundred pounds from one of those types who know the price of everything but the value of nothing. Good on you Bill. Thanks for the video, especially the end-grain tip!
Great looking boxes those.
Beautiful boxes
Nice boxes
Great video!
Did you ever try a turkey stone? :)
What a great information. How do you remove stone from glue in box?
I remember you mentioning a paraffin mix in another video. What mix do you use? Love the videos, hope all's well.
Thank You Sir 🙏🏽
could the khaki stone be a hindostan? I have one that looks just like it. When I first got it I thought it was wood because of the sedimentary layers you can see on the sides
Just wondering do you use oil with your DMT diamond stone? Thanks
That's all I need to know
Hi everybody sorry to bother you but can anyone tell me what a blue stone is .
More than likely a Belgian Blue Coticule
I just made a oil stone box. Now I'm gona make another one but with the end blocks
The natural kahkis are charnley forest or idwals most likely
old american indian pronunciation washita stones and ouchita stones said the same way but totally different stones.
these natural stones don't have much cutting power, they are for polish and final finish
Some are and some a coarser if you were to have one stone only I would recommend a Washita, this stone will do all you need. For the first 20 years of my working experience I made do with one carborundom stone.
@@billcarter2318 what about coticule, I heard they are made of garnets which can cut all kinds of metals
@@MasterofPlay7 I have a Belgian Blue and it does work on moderen powdered steels (S30V and S90V at least). Having said that it's fairly slow, even if you use little water and apply significant pressure. It's a very good looking stone and gives you good feedback while sharpening.
Provides a a smooth matte finish from my experience.
It's a good stone, but I would only use it for touching up an already established edge.
MasterofPlay7 I have a yellow Coticule and really love it. Expensive but quite fast for the finish and it has a “variable grit”. The more pressure and slurry, the coarser, and vice versa.
@@JoseAlvarez-vv5dz Have you tried Japanese natural stones or Jnat?
When you keep your stones inside little coffins. LOL.