I had to redo the work as it wasn't to my satisfaction. Unfortunately there's markings in the blade I can't do anything about. However after starting over from scratch, I started with 320 grit and alternating dry/wet sanding up to 3000 grit. Only one side is done, and off to the other!
Just to 3,000. I don't have any buffer or polisher unfortunately. I was going to get some 5,000 grit but they were sold out
That turned out amazing! I just ordered an uncoated 3. Somehow, my 3MIL made it into my wife’s emergency vehicle bag.