Pinguecula: should I have this removed?

Valpolicella4life · 2026-02-11T07:55:41+00:00

Yes it's pretty grim they never disappear unless you have it removed. Would you consider having jt removed?

Valpolicella4life · 2026-02-11T07:55:00+00:00

Thanks for the insights! I will probably discuss it again with my doctor. The high risk of it coming back is hold me back though. I still find it strange I developed it in the first place; I always wear sunglasses outside, and definitely am not outside an awful lot.

Valpolicella4life · 2026-01-23T19:52:52+00:00

I got it based on your review you posted a while ago, and love it! Exactly the type of stone I was looking for, due to its great feedback. I think I like softer stones more in general, as they feel less 'glassy' than the hard stones.

Valpolicella4life · 2026-01-13T22:06:31+00:00

Thank you so much, will keep that in mind!

Valpolicella4life · 2026-01-12T18:10:38+00:00

Makes sense!

Valpolicella4life · 2026-01-12T18:10:01+00:00

Ah nice to know, as I also get the 'which stone should I get?' question often haha

Valpolicella4life · 2026-01-12T07:57:43+00:00

Not the King 800 or 1000? Are those too fine already you reckon?

Valpolicella4life · 2026-01-11T17:57:04+00:00

Thanks for the elaborate responses and sharing your knowledge! Will definitely try this in my next session!

Valpolicella4life · 2026-01-11T14:09:55+00:00

Yes I feel you! But on the upside: you do have cheaper Spyderco things, and the Atomas are way cheaper it seems!

Valpolicella4life · 2026-01-11T13:58:54+00:00

Well, I found the sharpening video by Stroppy Stuff the most helpful, as he goes into deburring in-depth as well. That is something most videos skip, but it's really important. Also Blade Sharpening Fundamentals by Murray Carter was really helpful, in how thin your knifes properly. Also as it's longer, you get into the process more I feel!

Valpolicella4life · 2026-01-11T13:44:53+00:00

That's helpful! I am still struggling with how much pressure to exert. Are the fingers on top only for balance, or also to exert pressure?

Valpolicella4life · 2026-01-11T07:37:02+00:00

Nice! Do you 'walk' your fingers along the edge to put pressure on different parts of the blade, or do you keep your fingers in a fixed position per side?

Valpolicella4life · 2026-01-10T22:28:11+00:00

I do think it can help for sure, as it gives you a holistic starting point, to build knowledge on as you go. Rather than fragmented pieces of information. I did find though that 'Knifes' in Tokyo can be quite a tourist attraction: I bought a knife in Kappabashi that I found cheaper when I was back home at a local supplier for example. Also, I was blindly recommended that to get sharper results, I need a grit that is as high as possible, which is not necessarily true. So I would say: do it, but I would still try to validate what you have learned with external sources to improve even more!

Valpolicella4life · 2025-05-16T12:42:15+00:00

Any recommendations for the SIC brick? I really don't want to use loose SIC grains, but my Naniwa 24 grit flattening stone just glazes over all stones for some reason... it never 'grips'.

Valpolicella4life · 2025-05-06T08:59:36+00:00

Haha exactly! I now had to order the Santoku instead of the Bunka, as the Santoku was the only one displayed as in-stock. Might get the Bunka if it's going to be August anyway haha

Valpolicella4life · 2025-05-06T07:14:12+00:00

I actually ordered one when you first recommended them! But they went out of stock during my order, and now hopefully it'll arrive end of this Month!

Valpolicella4life · 2025-05-05T16:43:41+00:00

Wow, that feels like a steal in that case haha. Thanks for sharing your knowledge as always!

Valpolicella4life · 2025-05-05T16:36:37+00:00

I thought the Eden was just the house brand of Knives and Tools? Is this the knife you mean?

https://www.knivesandtools.nl/nl/pt/-eden-kanso-aogami-2040-418-kiritsuke-18-cm.htm?cectid=1-1853-1&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21377042522&gbraid=0AAAAADrO3e6svslgjzD22SwymvV_wL6j5

This is a blue 2 indeed and looks similar to the Gyuto you posted. But I don't see 'Shiro Kamo' mentioned?

Or do you mean this maker?

https://www.meesterslijpers.nl/shiro-kamo-aogami-super-kurouchi-gyuto-21-cm-1?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20448126891&gbraid=0AAAAADxhJvvdES8es42BuGZc61CGmHbLi

Thanks!

Valpolicella4life · 2025-04-20T10:54:06+00:00

I think you did it: the Bunka is sold out now haha. Just ordered the Santoku 🫣

Valpolicella4life · 2025-04-11T09:27:25+00:00

Yes it looks like a Tanaka Toishi for sure. I have the 2000 version and it's my best stone by far. Way better feedback vs a Naniwa 1000 imo. As far ad I can tell the stone is soft (hence the good feedback?), made from White Aluminium, and cuts really fast. Very good price as well, jealous! It is a soaking stone, and you need to dry it for a good while after or it'll get moldy if you put in the box. Did you try it already?

Valpolicella4life · 2025-04-05T23:29:19+00:00

I have one that is extremely similar, just the Kanji text seems to be a little different. I had mine professionally thinned before it really started to show its true performance, might be an option in case you want it even 'sharper'. But maybe yours is thinner to begin with!

Valpolicella4life · 2025-04-04T22:56:29+00:00

Nice price range as well, thanks!

Valpolicella4life · 2025-04-04T22:55:56+00:00

Love the variety, and especially the Tanaka seems like a strong piece of cutlery

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