Derek Cohen (in Perth, Australia)
Roger, that is fabulous work. I'd say that it really would go better with my new bench than your old thing, but I don't wish to conflict you

Do you have running water in your shop? The Shaptons may not need to be soaked, but they still do need to be wet. Try and get hold of Harrelson Stanley's video on Side Sharpening in which he uses Shaptons (surprise!). I was amazed at the amount of water he uses. He was constantly pouring streams over them. He did contain all this in a trough, which you will need to do as well. My sharpening centre uses a kitchen trough (I have running water). My other recommendation is to add a little liquid detergent to the spritz bottle. This will lubricate the stones and prevent stiction. It also keep stones and hands clean.

Regards from Perth

Derek