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Suehiro is Japanese-made and some of the most popular in the market due to their consistent quality and excellent performance. We find the stones to have excellent feedback and even wear.
– Combination 1000/6000 grit for dull knives or moderate/small chip repair followed by polishing
– Includes a sturdy plastic base with rubber feet
– Includes small Nagura stone

-  175mm x 60mm x ~11-14mm (per grit)
– 950g weight

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A synthetic marvel made by Morihei Japan, the Hishiboshi whetstones feel like natural stones, require no soaking, are extremely long lasting and offer excellent tactile feedback.  

When it comes to sharpening, stability makes all the difference. You could wrestle with a stone that moves around on you, or you could use this tool to keep it secure, making the process safer and more enjoyable.

This sink bridge takes sharpening setups to the next level. It offers an easy way to access water while keeping cleanup simple. With adjustable grips to fit nearly any sink and hold stones of all sizes, it’s a versatile and reliable solution for any sharpening task.

Width: 83mm

Smallest and largest sink: 280mm to 430mm

Maximum stone length : 215mm 

The Chocera are one of Naniwa's premium whetstone offerings. Similar to the Shapton Glass but with better feedback, albeit a slightly faster wear rate. A thick, firm, high-end stone perfect for all steel stypes and applications.

Dimensions of stone - 210 x 70 x 20

Made In Japan

The Chocera are one of Naniwa's premium whetstone offerings. Similar to the Shapton Glass but with better feedback, albeit a slightly faster wear rate. A thick, firm, high-end stone perfect for all steel stypes and applications.

Dimensions of stone - 210 x 70 x 20

Made In Japan

The Chocera are one of Naniwa's premium whetstone offerings. Similar to the Shapton Glass but with better feedback, albeit a slightly faster wear rate. A thick, firm, high-end stone perfect for all steel stypes and applications.

Dimensions of stone - 210 x 70 x 20

Made In Japan

An excellent all round stone balancing cutting speed and wear rate delivering excellent value for money. Not as hard as Shapton Glass, comparable to the Kuromaku series. Splash and go, no need for soaking, ideal for beginners or intermediate sharpeners.

Dimensions of stone - 210 x 70 x 10mm

Made In Japan

If you asked: "Give me a stone that isn't too soft, isn't too hard, has great feedback, is splash and go, and has its own base but won't cost me an arm and a leg,", we're reaching for the Shapton Kuromaku every time. 

Somewhat reminiscent of the Chosera (albeit with a slightly thinner stone), the Kuromaku are a splash and go dream. Softer than the Glass HR, harder than Suehiro Cerax, they represent excellent value. 

Grit: #120 Very Coarse (Only for larger repairs)

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The GlassStone series of sharpening stones uses a revolutionary design to provide great usability within a thin package formed from a combination of glass layers. The conventional image is that sharpening stones are large and heavy, but GlassStones are not only thin and light, but also strong, as layers of tempered glass are stuck together. GlassStones therefore have strong resistance to cracking or sudden breakage caused by external shocks such as being dropped.

Shapton stones do not need to be soaked except the very first time after purchase. We do recommend that on first use, you pre-soak the stone in water for five to six minutes to secure even smoother sharpening. Shapton stones do not need a Nagura Stone, and lapping with a Nagura Stone will leave the surface rough and ragged.

• Overall size: 210 x 70 x 10mm
• Abrasive layer: 5mm
• Mesh: 10000
• 360g

Saya specifically for CHOYO Kiritsuke Bunka 180mm. Please note that purchases of this saya for other knives will not be exchanged or refunded. 

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A synthetic marvel made by Morihei Japan, the Hishiboshi whetstones feel like natural stones, require no soaking, are extremely long lasting and offer excellent tactile feedback.  

If you asked: "Give me a stone that isn't too soft, isn't too hard, has great feedback, is splash and go, and has its own base but won't cost me an arm and a leg,", we're reaching for the Shapton Kuromaku every time. 

Somewhat reminiscent of the Chosera (albeit with a slightly thinner stone), the Kuromaku are a splash and go dream. Softer than the Glass HR, harder than Suehiro Cerax, they represent excellent value. 

Grit: #8000 Very Fine (For honing or edge polishing, use after the 5000)

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An excellent all round stone balancing cutting speed and wear rate delivering excellent value for money. Not as hard as Shapton Glass, comparable to the Kuromaku series. Splash and go, no need for soaking, ideal for beginners or intermediate sharpeners.

Dimensions of stone - 210 x 70 x 10mm

Made In Japan

Saya specifically for CHOYO Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm. Please note that purchases of this saya for other knives will not be exchanged or refunded. 

Saya specifically for CHOYO Kiritsuke Gyuto 240mm. Please note that purchases of this saya for other knives will not be exchanged or refunded. 

Saya specifically for CHOYO Kiritsuke Gyuto 270mm. Please note that purchases of this saya for other knives will not be exchanged or refunded. 

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The Rockstar Series from Shapton improve on the GlassHR Series by removing the glass backing, and adding extra stone thickness for a longer lifespan. They are a hard stone that offers lighter feedback levels than other stones, but cut very fast, require no soaking, and are very slow to dish.  

• Overall size: 210 x 70 x 10mm
• Micron: 2
• Mesh: 6000
  
• No Case Included

An excellent all round stone balancing cutting speed and wear rate delivering excellent value for money. Not as hard as Shapton Glass, comparable to the Kuromaku series. Splash and go, no need for soaking, ideal for beginners or intermediate sharpeners.

Dimensions of stone - 210 x 70 x 10mm

Made In Japan