12 years of neglect

it is high time to sharpen my neglected set of chisels.
Mohoo Sharpening System Honing Guide Sharpening Holder Angle Fixture Angle Gauge for Woodworking Chisel - both parts from banggood for around £65
At the end of the process I still fail to cut a piece of paper... maybe next time

[@PzG81]

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[@johnpayne6196]

Check out Charnley forest stones as a honing stone. Yes, use the diamond stones to sharpen, then hone (final process) on the Charnley. A Norton fine might suffice instead of the Charnley. Stick at it.

[@WhiteTailCreativeDesign]

That is old school.
Only second hand around (ebay).
As suggested earlier, I need to venture into higher grit stones to get better results.
Thank you for the comments!

[@Cmxx1v]

The 1200 grit stone isn’t fine enough to get the final polish that you need to cut paper. You should get a 6000 or 8000 stone. I use water stones. Diamond stones are good for getting the bevel established, after the 1200 then go to a 6000 or 8000 for the secondary bevel. Finally a few passes on the strop.

[@WhiteTailCreativeDesign]

Thank you for your comment!
Next time I will add extra 6000 and higher grit.
Good tip