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The high-grit ceramic honing rod is an essential tool for maintaining the sharpness of your Japanese knives.
With correct use, it can double your period between sharpening, allowing for easy maintenance of your sharp whetstone edges.
A high grade 5000 grit ceramic is wrapped around a rubber shock resistant core, protecting the ceramic from breaking if dropped.
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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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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.
- Coarse Whetstone (Used for bevel flattening, large chip repair, complete edge refurbishing)
- Size: 210 x 75 x 26mm
- 880g
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Includes
- Yoshoku 1000/6000 Grit Deluxe Combination Stone (soak for 5-10 minutes before use)
- Approx. stone dimensions: 180mm x 60mm x 30mm
- Guide Clip (Consider applying masking tape to the knife to reduce potential risk of scratching)
- Nagura Stone (flattening stone)
- Bamboo holder with rubber nonslip base
- Best paired with a lapping stone/plate for flatting between use
- Entry level stone
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)
Weight:
Dimensions:
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Includes
- Yoshoku 1000/3000 Grit Deluxe Combination Stone (soak for 5-10minutes before use)
- Approx. stone dimensions: 180mm x 60mm x 30mm
- Guide Clip (Consider applying masking tape to the knife to reduce potential risk of scratching)
- Nagura Stone (flattening stone)
- Bamboo holder with rubber nonslip base
- Suitable for VG10, AUS8 & softer stainless applications
- Best paired with a lapping stone/plate for flatting between use
- Entry level stone
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)
Weight:
Dimensions:
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- Guide Clip
- Clip to the spine of your knife to maintain a consistent sharpening angle
- Consider applying masking tape to the knife to reduce potential risk of scratching.
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Includes
- Yoshoku 1000/3000 Grit Deluxe Combination Stone
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- Best paired with a lapping stone/plate for flatting between use
- Entry level stone
- Guide Clip (Consider applying masking tape to the knife to reduce potential risk of scratching.)
- Nagura stone
- Camellia Oil
Food-safe Camellia Oil is the most natural way to ensure carbon steel knives do not rust during storage. Camellia is a very light oil, and when applied creates a barrier between your knife and moisture which may rust or damage your blade. It does not affect glue or finishes on your knives.
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Heavy duty, sturdy rubber-based whetstone holder.
– Sturdy stainless steel and rubber construction
– Heavy Duty Locking Screw
– Holds stones from 73mm to 218mm in length
– Weight: 577g
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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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Porter Large 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
– 330mm Leather Length
– Tapered end
Truing Stone/Lapping Plate to keep the surface of your stones clean and level.
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Suehiro are Japanese-made whetstones 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 1000/3000 grit for dull knives or moderate/small chip repair followed by finishing
– Includes sturdy plastic base with rubber feet
– Includes small Nagura stone
- 175mm x 60mm x ~11-14mm (per grit)
– 950g weight
These Naniwa are excellent bang for buck, albeit being a little smaller than traditional stones. Great for touching up of Petty/Bunka/Nakiri size blades and smaller Gyuto.
- Medium-Soft
- Whetstone grit ＃1000
- Whetstone Size 175×55×15mm
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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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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: 25
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Mesh: 500
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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
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Mesh: 6000
- No Case Included
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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: 1
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Mesh: 8000
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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
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Includes
- Yoshoku 1000/6000 Grit Deluxe Combination Stone
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- Best paired with a lapping stone/plate for flatting between use
- Entry level stone
- Guide Clip (Consider applying masking tape to the knife to reduce potential risk of scratching)
- Nagura stone
- Camellia Oil
Food-safe Camellia Oil is the most natural way to ensure carbon steel knives do not rust during storage. Camellia is a very light oil, and when applied creates a barrier between your knife and moisture which may rust or damage your blade. It does not affect glue or finishes on your knives.
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We pride ourselves on offering an unparalleled selection of Japanese knives. From the versatile Gyuto and the precise Santoku to specialized knives like the Nakiri and Yanagiba, each knife is handpicked for its quality and performance.