pinklather
Well-Known Member
I tried the BBW method recently posted for a break from the norm. The only departure from following it to the letter was a few more finishing strokes (20) and more stropping (200/200). I was surprised at how fine the results were - exceptionally keen, somewhat at the expense of smooth. 20 laps on water on the LPB brought back the smoothness.
I also borrowed from the process when trying a La Dressante for the first time - taking 2-3 back strokes at the end of finishing before the last forward stroke. First edge from that stone was wonderful.
The question from the BBW process is about the tape. It works, it's effective. Since it concentrates the stone's affect on a smaller part of the edge - it's faster. In developing the process - was there any work done without tape - giving an idea how many more strokes were required if tape wasn't used? I could try and discover that first hand, but I suspect that someone has already done some work here. If so - pls share your thoughts/experience.
Many Thx, Gents
I also borrowed from the process when trying a La Dressante for the first time - taking 2-3 back strokes at the end of finishing before the last forward stroke. First edge from that stone was wonderful.
The question from the BBW process is about the tape. It works, it's effective. Since it concentrates the stone's affect on a smaller part of the edge - it's faster. In developing the process - was there any work done without tape - giving an idea how many more strokes were required if tape wasn't used? I could try and discover that first hand, but I suspect that someone has already done some work here. If so - pls share your thoughts/experience.
Many Thx, Gents