I've been making do with a grandpappy Arkansas stone and a piece of scrap leather loaded with green paste, my sharpening skills have progressed to the point where I can hone an edge way, way beyond shaving sharp, and I feel it's time for an upgrade.
Unless I hear some more arguments to the contrary, I think I'm going to go with a set of DMT diamond stones rather than the Japanese whetstones I've always coveted. Reasons being:
+ They won't dish and they will always be guaranteed flat
+ They won't create a messy looking slurry every time you use them
+ They will probably last longer(?) while waterstones are essentially a consumable
+ They cut faster(? according to some)
+ Lower cost
- The finish isn't as nice
Now, before I spend $200 on course-fine-extrafine set and end up wanting Shaptons instead, do you have any points, objections, wisdom, etc to share?
the only to move past ultra fine (<.25u) in grit is with polishing compunds, Japanese stone only officially go to 9000 and all the 12-13-14-15-20K stones you see are essentially variations on 9K grit being made harder or softer or what have you
Hard black arkansas and green paste are more than the equal to this and to diamond hones, so you're already there me bucko.
you need to move to diamond paste and similar abrasives and if you have the dosh, get a watercooled lapwheel polisher, that is the only thing to get you to the ultimate polish
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYWnPXvxuS8
>>7295085
I've seen that thing on youtube before, and first off I enjoy sharpening so I'd rather get stones.
Plus there's no way that gizmo can create an edge better than I can do by hand. Also hollow grinds are for chumps.
>>7295101
I hear you. but it's a tool, you can do any kind of edge you want on it, Moran, flat, hollow. It's just a faster better way of sharpening.
Anyway if it were me I'd be looking to improve my system at your level rather than gear per se. Buy the diamonds hones if you're bored with the stone and strop but don't expect improved outcomes except through your technique.
who needs to cook when you have a microwave. LMAO pic related. microwaved and tastes better
>>7294962
0/10
>>7294962
We have something in common. We've both been kicked in the head by a horse.
How long will canned beer stay good in your fridge?
over a year, more if pasteurized
>>7294873
i don't think i've ever heard of a can of beer spoiling
it's probably pasteurized, there's no light hitting the beer, i don't think you have to worry about it spoiling for years
>>7294873
Longest it's gonna last in my fridge is about one evening
What are the essential spices every kitchen should have? I don't know shit about cooking.
only buy spices when you need them.
i guess some staples would be
Italian seasoning
Montreal steak
Mrs. Dash lemon pepper
Tony's
5-12 types of pepper sauce
generic Mexican chili powder (Cayenne with
cumin)
generic curry powder
shit like paprika and saffron don't taste like anything and are just for color, save yourself the effort and skip them.
>>7294782
cumin, coriander, oregano, black pepper, spicy chili powder/flakes, mustard seed, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, cardamom
it's all preference though, there are some spices that i just don't find that appetizing and i never bought them again after running out. it's still good to try as much as you can.
Bare minimum: Fresh cracked pepper, salt (I use exclusively course salts in a grinder but that's cuz I don't use a lot of salt so regular table salt is probably fine), garlic powder, cumin, and then probably an italian herb mix is the best to round it out.
Next: paprika, cayenne, red pepper flakes, basil, dill, curry, rosemary, thyme, parsley
And then things like ginger, turmeric, saffron, bay leaves, nice blends and whatever strikes your fancy.
And always use good olive oil.
marie calender makes the best frozen beef pot pie
this looks like shit, f4m
>upside down
The ONLY way to eat those.
Also, homemade pot pie is a million times better, but if you have to have frozen, Marie Callenders isn't bad. The have a zillion calories, though.
>>7294745
Damn, that looks good!
In one, the wrapper is foil. In the other, it's shiny cardboard. Is there any difference?
Silver is unsalted.
Idiot.
>>7294764
you should slow down and actually try to comprehend things you're reading, instead of posting as fast as you can to call someone an idiot. you just made yourself look like an idiot.
What dishes is your U.S. state/region best known for? I'll start:
>state/region
Wisconsin.
>top 3 dishes
1. Deep-fried beer-battered cheese curds
2. Frozen custard, especially as shakes or malteds.
3. Brats, typically beer-marinated, then grilled and served on a bun or roll with a variety of condiments, often sauerkraut.
>recipes if you have any
Most of this shit you just buy at the store and assemble at home after some very light prep and/or cooking.
>>7294713
>FL
>orange juice
>oxycontin
>cuban sandwiches
Bacon wrapped shrimp, chinese egg roll, and egg tart. Top with Sriracha meme sauce for good taste and warmth on a chilly morning. Enjoy.
>>7294699
wut?
>>7294699
Dont put hot sauce on your egg tart! God damn it, THINK.
>>7294699
not seeing the dim sum
Best muthafuckin snack cake comin' through!
Why do Americans snack on cake?
>>7294719
fucked up gut flora from lazy ass overpaid doctors oversubscribing antibiotics
>>7294632
Goddamn haven't had one of those in like 10 years soooo good
What did you cook for dinner?
I made Shepherds Pie for the first time. It's resting now so I have no inside shots at the moment
holy shit i want that now
Some frozen lasagna garbage. Payday is tomorrow, and shopping the day after. Not much else to eat in the house, really.
>>7294626
I've got these frozen "chicken kievs" that say "raw, do not microwave" about 5 times on the packaging. I baked one and it's sitting on a plate in the other room. I forgot about it, thanks
If dried pasta lays around outside of its package for several weeks, what happens when you go to cook it?
It gets soft.
>>7294553
black holes are formed. and AIDs.
http://abc13.com/food/restaurant-manager-seen-hauling-roadkill-into-eatery/1167936/
It's not like he served it to customers and kept it separate, why are people upset?
>Carolina
They're just adapting to local tastes m8.
That must be where the "fun" part comes from.
I've moved around the country a lot, but I swear everywhere I've ever lived there's been a China Fun.
What do you think of this smörgåsbord, /ck/?
fantastic 10/10
I like potatoes
>>7294508
I can't tell if it's a parody or actual Scandinavian food so good job I guess.
My first 711 meal what do you think?
Wouldn't a 711 microwave burger taste and look better than the shit you squeezed out?
Where can I get stuff like this?
>>7294455
Reddit.
Korean bakeries
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