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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.

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Includes 320/500/1000/3000/6000 Grit Whetsones & Heavy Duty Holder

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.

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Bundle contains Gyuto 240mm, Gyuto 210mm, Gyuto 180mm, Petty 150mm, Edge Guards, Yoshoku Whetstone, Honing Rod & Porter 5 Pocket PVC Knife Roll

167mm AT34 Stainless Steel core w/Stainless Tsuchime Clad Bunka Knife.

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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.  

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170mm SG2 Core, Stainless Kasumi Clad Bunka Knife.

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Product Information

This kitchen towel is made of mosquito net fabric, which is based on the tradition of making mosquito nets in Nara, Japan. 

The kitchen towel will feel stiff and needs to be rinsed before first use, the more it is used, the softer it becomes and the gentler and more comfortable it feels. This is a highly absorbent and quick-drying multipurpose kitchen towel that can be used to wipe down surfaces and dry dishes.

FINAL STOCK - this item will not be getting restocked after sold out. 

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The GS Pond remains steady while sharpening and can provide you with a stable work space even away from a sink.

Sharpening generally produces a dirty slurry which often splatters over the surroundings.
The GS Pond offers a space wide enough for sharpening as well as for catching the water that drips off the stone.

Dimensions: 390 x 320 x 52mm

Weight: approx. 3,350g

*Pond only, stone and base used for representation and not included.

Knife Information

1894- Mr. Tasaburo Shigematsu, a hardware wholesaler, introduced a new pocket knife with its blade and sheath folded by installing a small handle “Chikiri (tail)” on the blade, while inspired by the knife he brought back from Kagoshima.

He named it “Higonokami Knife” because many of his customers were in Kumamoto area (formally Higo country), which turned out to dramatically increase his sales. The blades have gradually changed their shapes. Unlike single-edged knives, the double-edged blades (V-shaped cross section) were in those days considered common. The earlier blades had a sharper tip (shape of a bamboo leaf), but now they have square shapes. The sheaths had a vertically folding style and a cross folding style, now the vertical one has to be custom made.

In 1911, at the First Kobe Export Articles Competitive Exhibition, Crown Prince (later Emperor Taisho) liked Higonokami on display very much and bought one, which is said to have helped its fame further spread.

The Higonikami is a fantastic traditional utility knife at a low cost. 

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180mm SG2 Core, Stainless Clad Bunka Knife.

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Habitat Small Double-Sided Strop, the essential last step of deburring the edge of your knife to ensure maximum sharpness.
– Dual Sided Leather
– Shaped handle for ease of use
– Green Compound included
– 148mm Leather Length