Combination Waterstone - 7-1/4" x 2-1/2" x 1" - 1200/8000 Grit

Combination Waterstone - 7-1/4" x 2-1/2" x 1" - 1200/8000 GritJapanese water stones are softer than Western styles causing a fresh, sharp surface to be continually exposed to the tool edge. Unlike Western man made stones, water rather than oil is used on Japanese to prevent the surface from being clogged with metal particles. We offer two classes of stone: coarse and finishing. The coarse stones are faster cutting and used for repairing nicked edges or reshaping a bevel. The finishing stones are used for the

Japanese water stones are softer than Western styles causing a fresh, sharp surface to be continually exposed to the tool edge. Unlike Western man-made stones, water rather than oil is used on Japanese to prevent the surface from being clogged with metal particles. We offer two classes of stone: coarse and finishing. The coarse stones are faster cutting and used for repairing nicked edges or reshaping a bevel. The finishing stones are used for the first stage of the actual sharpening. The 1200 Grit side produces a fine slightly misted finish and will produce a secondary bevel in a few strokes, The 8000 Grit side creates a high polish for a truly mouthwatering edge.

Features:

• Use water rather than oil for sharpening
• Japanese water stones are softer than Western styles
• 1200/8000 Grit combination waterstone

Specifications:

• Dimensions: 7-1/4" x 2-1/2" x 1"
• Grade/Grit (Side 1): Medium - 1200 Grit
• Grade/Grit (Side 2): Extra Fine - 8000 Grit

What's Included:

• King® Combination Waterstone - 7-1/4" x 2-1/2" x 1" - 1200/8000 Grit