The things you learn…Strap with the green paste, 1200 grit diamond stone, 8000 grit diamond stone … soapy solvent as no oil on diamond stones…

 

Updating:  More generic uses …

• Reddit on some specific questions I asked – Link
• Seller of all styles of sharpening tools – Link
• Everything you need to know for sharpening – Link
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• Harbor freight files – Link

Leather craft suggestions:

• Make a jig – Link – save $400
• For your tines on leather pricking irons – Link
• Tandy leather guy weighs in on it – Link