High-quality water sharpening stone from Matsunaga stones, Osaka, Japan.

Unlike Western stones, Japanese stones use water instead of oil to prevent the surface from clogging with metal particles.

Japanese water stones are softer than Western stones and have a comfortable feel in use, as you can see and feel the stone cutting the surface and creating a continuous and sharp edge on the tool.

Because they are relatively softer, these stones may need to be re-flattened from time to time.

Synthetic finishing stone (No1000) suitable for home use, knives, wood chisels, plane blades, sickles, etc.

Dimensions 207x66x34mm.

Usage:

Soak the stone in water for 3 minutes before use and keep it wet by spraying with water during sharpening