I'm a little late to the forum, haven't posted in long time. I have a 2 5/8 slick and a 3 1/4 slick. The smaller one is the one I use. The larger one (lee valley chestnut) is to heavy and awkward. I don't think it's a heft issue, but rather a comfort issue. My slick was given to me from an owner who built much of his frame himself, but couldn't sharpen and he was done with it. it was an early Barr knock off. It is a cherished possession of mine, and holds an edge long time.