The Naniwa base dual whetstone is the perfect starter kit for those wanting to sharpen Japanese knives or hand-tools. With the 2 most usable grit levels, it is supplied with a 1000 grit mid stone and 3000 grit finishing stone, the package includes a case that also acts as a stable base. There's no need to purchase any accessories, you're ready to start sharpening straight out of the box.
- Naniwa Base Japanese Whetstone
- Grit: 1,000 (Medium) & 3,000 (Finishing)
- Whetstone Size: (2 whetstones, each are) 185 x 65 x 16mm
- Soaking Required: Circa 15 Minutes
- Mid-Hard Stone Reminiscent of Professional Naniwa
- Professional Sharpening Stone / Whetstone
Japanese Sharpening Stones (Whetstones)
The consensus for sharpening Japanese kitchen knives, as well as Japanese woodworking tools, is the use of a whetstone. Dry grinding can affect temper (effectively ruining your knife or tool) and diamond plates are often too aggressive (removing too much material).
All Japanese whetstones will require flattening after use, no matter what type of stone, or the style of your sharpening, all whetstones will begin to dish over time. We recommend a ceramic flattening stone, or diamond plate for this task. For more info, check out Selecting a Japanese Whetstone.