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@jack25
Sounds perfect!
A well adjusted hub will have the same amount of friction to the fingers as when the cones are too loose, but with no discernible side to side play in the axle or side to side play when you wiggle the rim in the bike. Definitely no grittiness or tight spots.
In my opinion solid axle hubs don't deform like quick releases do so there is no need to leave a bit of play off the bike. A good adjustment off the bike is a good adjustment on for the solid axle. QR is a pain though.