I think the wood grain pattern is pretty cool.
I've had a few larger Iyoto chunks - one fell apart because I soaked it too long, and the last one was too agressive.
This one might very well be just right for bevel setting. I did a quick test when I opened the box and it seemed to cut very well.
Ironically - I bought it to cut into Nagura. But the top surface is large enough to work on and I may leave it whole.
Here it is at about the 90% lapped-flat stage. It's done now - all that's left to do is to touch up some of the lacquering on the sides.
I've had a few larger Iyoto chunks - one fell apart because I soaked it too long, and the last one was too agressive.
This one might very well be just right for bevel setting. I did a quick test when I opened the box and it seemed to cut very well.
Ironically - I bought it to cut into Nagura. But the top surface is large enough to work on and I may leave it whole.
Here it is at about the 90% lapped-flat stage. It's done now - all that's left to do is to touch up some of the lacquering on the sides.
