{"title":"Coarse Grit Sharpening Stones","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoarse Stones are used to bring ultra dull knives back to life. Due to the amount of steel they remove, they are also great for repairing any chips or nicks in the blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re planning to sharpen gardening tools or axes you can finish the edge on these stones. To achieve a decent edge on your knives you’ll need to take them to a finer grit.\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"naniwa-professional-stone-400-210x70x20","title":"Naniwa Chocera Pro Stone 400 Grit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Naniwa Professional 400 grit stone is hardcore. It eats up steel so fast that it makes serious repairs \u0026amp; bevel-setting a dream. \u003c\/span\u003eNaniwa Professional stones are harder than most, so they stay flat better and last much longer than cheaper options. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to use this stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Imanishi Arashiyama Stone 6000 Grit\"}'\u003eCuts steel quickly and no soaking is required, just splash and go.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Imanishi Arashiyama Stone 6000 Grit\"}'\u003eSets a good flat foundation for any knife thinning you are doing and takes out deep stratches very quickly, priming your knife for finer stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Imanishi Arashiyama Stone 6000 Grit\"}'\u003eWorks great for touch-ups on rugged outdoor knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to its hardness, it is by far the longest-lasting low grit stone available and will need much less truing than other low grit stones.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat said, always flatten your stone with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kentofinglewood.com\/products\/knifewear-truing-stone-220-grit-170x55x30mm\"\u003etruing stone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eafter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sharpening. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStone Grit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStone Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e210x70x20mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaniwa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStone Family\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaniwa Professional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStone Usage Prep\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSplash and go\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout Naniwa - \u003c\/strong\u003eNaniwa is the biggest and best sharpening stone manufacturer in Japan. Their stones are among some of the highest quality in the world, good for both professional and amateur. They make a wide range of grits and densities, so you can choose the perfect stone for your needs and budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Naniwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5876029572,"sku":"NAP-304","price":89.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/files\/naniwa-pro-400.jpg?v=1714667867"},{"product_id":"knifewear-stone-220-grit-210x70x20mm","title":"Knifewear 220 Grit Sharpening Stone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 220 Grit whetstone is the fastest coarse stone we’ve found. It removes steel efficiently and dishes slowly. You will still need to use a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.mom\/products\/naniwa-truing-stone-170x55x30\"\u003etruing stone\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003eafter every 2-4 knives are sharpened, but it is minimal compared to other stones on the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to use this stone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for beginners looking to start and new edge on their very dull knife.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick removal of steel, great for removing Nicks and chips off the edge.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving Low spots on wide bevels with thinning a knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a nice foundation for progression into finer grits.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Shop standard. Perfect for anyone getting into the sharpening, a quality stone that won't break the bank\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Knifewear - \u003c\/strong\u003eKnifewear is Canada's largest retailer of Japanese knives and sharpening supplies. The Knifewear range of stones provides incredible quality and performance at a very reasonable price. Whether you're sharpening knives or razors, Knifewear stones will live up to their reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knifewear","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32975112015,"sku":"NAKW220","price":44.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/kw-220.jpg?v=1670959440"},{"product_id":"naniwa-traditional-stone-220-210x70x20mm","title":"Naniwa Traditional Stone 220 Grit T-901","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e220\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grit is the perfect place to start your edge and develop a burr. It's an excellent stone for basic thinning jobs and even small repairs!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Naniwa -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaniwa is the biggest and best sharpening stone manufacturer in Japan. Their stones are among some of the highest quality in the world, good for both professional and amateur. They make a wide range or grits and densities, so you can choose the perfect stone for your needs and budget.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStone Grit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStone Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e210x70x20mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.mom\/collections\/naniwa\"\u003eNaniwa\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStone Family\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.mom\/collections\/naniwa-traditional-stones\"\u003eNaniwa Traditional\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion\" class=\"ui-accordion ui-widget ui-helper-reset\" role=\"tablist\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ui-accordion-header ui-corner-top ui-accordion-header-collapsed ui-corner-all ui-state-default ui-accordion-icons\" role=\"tab\" id=\"ui-id-1\" aria-controls=\"ui-id-2\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ui-accordion-header-icon ui-icon ui-icon-circle-arrow-e\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Naniwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33733142351,"sku":"NAT-901","price":44.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/901_1.jpg?v=1759450930"},{"product_id":"naniwa-gs-stone-150-180-green-lobster-205x50x25mm","title":"Naniwa Green Lobster Stone 220 Grit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe perfect grinding stone, got a chip? Or need to thin out your knife? This stone will get the job done fast!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease soak for 20-30 minutes before use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStone Grit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStone Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e205x50x25mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.mom\/collections\/naniwa\"\u003eNaniwa\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Naniwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42344491535,"sku":"GSNA150\/180","price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/files\/Naniwa-green-lobster-stone.jpg?v=1761581746"},{"product_id":"naniwa-professional-stone-600-210x70x20mm","title":"Naniwa Chocera Pro Stone 600 Grit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Naniwa Professional Chosera Stone 600 Grit is a slightly finer version of the 400 grit stone. If you are sharpening a knife that gets a lot of work in a professional kitchen this is a great stone to finish a western knife on. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to use this stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value=\"{\" colour of this stone makes my brain tell me to eat it. it looks like taste sour candy. i have no explanation for and haunts me.\u003eGreat for Scandi-ground outdoor knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value=\"{\" colour of this stone makes my brain tell me to eat it. it looks like taste sour candy. i have no explanation for and haunts me.\u003eNice bitey finish for outdoor knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value=\"{\" colour of this stone makes my brain tell me to eat it. it looks like taste sour candy. i have no explanation for and haunts me.\u003eOur Vancouver store manager says \"The colour of this stone makes my brain tell me to eat it. 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I have no explanation for this and it haunts me\" he is a weird dude. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlways flatten your stone with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kentofinglewood.com\/products\/knifewear-truing-stone-220-grit-170x55x30mm\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.kentofinglewood.com\/products\/knifewear-truing-stone-220-grit-170x55x30mm\"\u003etruing stone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e after \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esharpening. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-sanitized-data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Naniwa -\u003cspan data-sanitized-data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sanitized-data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNaniwa is the biggest and best sharpening stone manufacturer in Japan. Their stones are among some of the highest quality in the world, good for both professional and amateur. They make a wide range of grits and densities, so you can choose the perfect stone for your needs and budget.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Naniwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7895480860700,"sku":"NAP-306","price":94.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/NANIWAPROFESSIONALSTONE600.jpg?v=1671051617"},{"product_id":"knifewear.mombination-stone-220-1000","title":"knifewear.mombination Stone 220\/1000","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the stone that will sharpen every knife in your kitchen. 220 grit is perfect for getting an edge on dull blades, while 1000 offers a smooth polish. This is the ideal finish for softer western steels. Folks sharpening Japanese knives will want to finish on a finer grit, anywhere from 3000 to 8000.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGreen side 220 grit \/ Red Side 1000 grit\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Knifewear Products - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe've sourced the best kitchen accessories \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto accompany our knives, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eitems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that we're so proud of we put our name on them. We have a wide selection of tools for the professional chef and home cook, from tweezers and tongs, to knife bags and sharpening stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knifewear","offers":[{"title":"220\/1000","offer_id":32169832153136,"sku":"KW-502\/510","price":45.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/kw-220-1000.jpg?v=1670959552"},{"product_id":"naniwa-diamond-stone-400-grit-dr-7504","title":"Naniwa Diamond Pro Stone 400 Grit DR-7504","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaniwa Diamond stones are the ultimate sharpening nerd stones. This super hard diamond stone stays flat for ages and grinds steel quite fast, so it's good for sharpening super tough abrasion-resistant steels, removing flat spots on primary bevels, and fixing the backs of single bevel knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis stone eats steel like a dream, so it's perfect for resetting, flattening, or altering bevels without leaving deep scratches. It also excels at starting edges on super hard knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to use this stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Imanishi Arashiyama Stone 6000 Grit\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}'\u003eCuts steel quickly and no soaking is required, just splash and go.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Imanishi Arashiyama Stone 6000 Grit\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}'\u003eSets a good flat foundation for any knife thinning you are doing and takes out deep stratches very quickly, priming your knife for finer stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Imanishi Arashiyama Stone 6000 Grit\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}'\u003eWorks great for touch-ups on rugged outdoor knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to its hardness, it is by far the longest-lasting low grit stone available and will need much less truing than other low grit stones.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat said, always flatten your stone with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kentofinglewood.com\/products\/knifewear-truing-stone-220-grit-170x55x30mm\"\u003etruing stone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eafter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sharpening. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-selected=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStone Grit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e400\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStone Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e210x75x16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/knifewear.mom\/collections\/naniwa\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/knifewear.mom\/collections\/naniwa\"\u003eNaniwa\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStone Family\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNaniwa Diamond\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Naniwa -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaniwa is the biggest and best sharpening stone manufacturer in Japan. Their stones are among some of the highest quality in the world, good for both professional and amateur. They make a wide range of grits and densities, so you can choose the perfect stone for your needs and budget.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Naniwa","offers":[{"title":"","offer_id":42249780691118,"sku":"DR-7504","price":245.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/files\/naniwa-diamond-400-grit.jpg?v=1709834688"},{"product_id":"shapton-rockstar-stone-320-grit","title":"Shapton RockStar Stone 320 Grit","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the Shapton RockStar Stone 320 Grit - 320 grit is the perfect place to start your edge and develop a burr. It's an excellent stone for basic thinning jobs and even small repairs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to use this stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Imanishi Arashiyama Stone 6000 Grit\"}'\u003eCuts steel quickly and no soaking is required, just splash and go.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Imanishi Arashiyama Stone 6000 Grit\"}'\u003eSets a good flat foundation for any knife thinning you are doing and takes out deep stratches very quickly, priming your knife for finer stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Imanishi Arashiyama Stone 6000 Grit\"}'\u003eWorks great for touch-ups on rugged outdoor knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shapton RockStar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Introducing the Shapton RockStars the ultimate sharpening tool for all aspiring rockstars! Similar to the popular Shapton Glass series, but without the glass base, these stones are twice as thick, giving you even more to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember, these stones are magnesia-based, so if they get too dry, they could crack like a desert floor. No need to soak them, just keep them hydrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet ready to rock on with the Shapton RockStar Stone!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shapton Co., Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456391082158,"sku":"SPT-60315","price":68.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/files\/shapton-rockstar-320.jpg?v=1712181158"},{"product_id":"shapton-rockstar-stone-500-grit","title":"Shapton RockStar Stone 500 Grit","description":"\u003cp\u003e500 grit is a good place to start knives that are still somewhat sharp and don't need a massive tuneup. It's also a great mid-point to polish scratches between a super rough stone and a 1,000 or 2,000 grit polishing stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to use this stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value=\"{\" for=\"\"\u003eGreat for Scandi-ground outdoor knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value=\"{\" for=\"\"\u003eNice bitey finish for outdoor knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value=\"{\" for=\"\"\u003eGreat for polishing out scratches from coarser stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shapton RockStar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Introducing the Shapton RockStar Stone - the ultimate sharpening tool for all aspiring rockstars! Similar to the popular Shapton Glass series, but without the glass base, these stones are twice as thick, giving you even more to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember, these stones are magnesia-based, so if they get too dry, they could crack like a desert floor. No need to soak them, just keep them hydrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet ready to rock on with the Shapton RockStar Stone!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shapton Co., Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456392065198,"sku":"SPT-60116","price":70.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/files\/shapton-rockstar-500.jpg?v=1712181164"},{"product_id":"shibata-bitey-finisher-combination-stone-600-1200-grit","title":"Shibata Bitey Finisher Combination Stone 600\/1200 Grit","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaster knife sharpener Takayuki Shibata has long been known to shake things up in the world of knifemaking, someone not bound by tradition. This latest project from Shibata-san is no different: Bitey Finisher, a coarse-grit finishing stone!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften, Japanese blades are finished on fine or superfine whetstones, like 4,000, 8,000, or even 10,000 grit. While these super-smooth edges are ideal for slicing sashimi and straight razor shaving, many folks prefer an edge with more bite when it comes to preparing dinner. Shibata-san has long practiced 'differential-grit' sharpening, sharpening his edges with a rough grit on one side and a fine grit on the other, to create the perfect fusion of rough and smooth. The Bitey Finisher is the culmination of those efforts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination grit stone is made with gentler abrasive, meant for polishing existing edges rather than establishing new ones. The body of the stone is quite hard, so your microbevel stays true. Here's how to use the bitey finisher:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak it in water for 10 minutes. Starting on the 600 grit side, sharpen one side until you raise a burr, then the other. Work each side, flipping back and forth, until you're left with a mild burr.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat this same process on the 1200 grit side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReturn to 600 grit, and make one stroke from heel to tip on the left side of the knife. Return to 1200 and make one stroke from heel to tip on the right side of the knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat this back and forth on 600 and 1200 3-4 times. Strop the knife gently on leather or denim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll be left with a beautifully bitey edge that effortlessly slices through tough vegetable skins and meat, while also staying sharp for longer than a fine grit edge!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shibata Tinker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46580983824558,"sku":"BITEYFINISHER","price":120.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/files\/Bitey-finisher.jpg?v=1752602221"}],"url":"https:\/\/knifewear.mom\/en-gb\/collections\/coarse-water-stones.oembed","provider":"Knifewear - Handcrafted Japanese Kitchen Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}