{"title":"Synthetic Whetstone","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Synthetic Whetstones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA selection of Japanese synthetic whetstones for sharpening, maintenance, and restoration of fine Japanese knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom coarse stones for repair and geometry work to medium and finishing stones for refining the edge, synthetic whetstones offer \u003cstrong\u003econsistent performance, predictable results, and clearly defined grit progression\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore stones suited to each stage of sharpening — from shaping and repair to creating a refined, precise cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yamani1913.myshopify.com\/pages\/curated-authentic-japanese-whetstones\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e▶Discover Authentic Japanese Whetstones.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"yamani-320","title":"YAMANI GC#320 Vitrified Bond","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGC #320 Vitrified Bond — Green Silicon Carbide Coarse Whetstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA professional coarse whetstone made with \u003c\/span\u003eGC (Green Silicon Carbide)\u003cspan\u003e, a hard and sharp abrasive known for its strong cutting ability and efficient material removal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe #320 grit is ideal for the early stages of sharpening, including\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ethinning, bevel and edge-profile correction, chip removal, and restoring blade geometry\u003cspan\u003e before progressing to medium and finishing stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGC (Green Silicon Carbide) abrasive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#320 coarse grit with strong cutting action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for thinning and geometry correction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for chip removal and blade restoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent foundation for subsequent sharpening stages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 218 x 83 x 30mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 978g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use a Vitrified Bond Whetstone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak the whetstone in clean water before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce sufficiently saturated, remove it from the water and begin sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the surface wet by adding water as needed during use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRinse thoroughly with clean water after sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAllow the stone to \u003c\/span\u003edry naturally in a shaded, well-ventilated area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Do not use hot water or dry the stone rapidly with direct sunlight, heaters, or other heat sources, as this may cause cracking or damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46410552639674,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/FE7FEDD4-CF4C-46FE-AABD-FDA7D26EA134.jpg?v=1787324113"},{"product_id":"yamani-6000","title":"YAMANI #6000 Resinoid Bond","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#6000 Resinoid Bond — Synthetic Finishing Whetstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fine \u003c\/span\u003e#6000 synthetic finishing whetstone\u003cspan\u003e, designed for refining the cutting edge after medium and fine sharpening stages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade with a\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eresinoid bond and blended with natural Japanese whetstone powder\u003cspan\u003e, it combines the consistency of a synthetic stone with a smooth and refined sharpening feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing #3000, the #6000 further reduces previous sharpening marks and refines the edge, producing a \u003c\/span\u003eclean, smooth finish with excellent cutting performance\u003cspan\u003e. It is particularly well suited to the finishing stages of Japanese kitchen knives where a finer, more controlled edge is desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#6000 fine finishing grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResinoid-bonded construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlended with natural Japanese whetstone powder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal progression after #3000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces a smooth and refined cutting edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for fine finishing of Japanese kitchen knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 210 x 75 x 25mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 773g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use a Resinoid Bond Whetstone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDo not soak the stone in water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a small amount of water to the surface before sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd water as needed during use to keep the surface wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter sharpening, rinse the surface with clean water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAllow the stone to \u003c\/span\u003eair-dry naturally in a shaded, well-ventilated area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCaution\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid prolonged soaking, hot water, direct sunlight, and rapid drying with heaters or other heat sources. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResinoid whetstones are bonded with a resin-based binder and are generally not designed for prolonged immersion in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeaving a resinoid whetstone submerged for an extended period may cause the stone to absorb water into its structure. Depending on the specific resin and construction, this can lead to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges in the stone’s hardness or feel during sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftening or weakening of the resin bond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges in sharpening performance and abrasive release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracking, deformation, or other structural damage, particularly if the stone is subjected to repeated wetting and drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46410985210042,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/C301E36A-54EC-4A91-A17F-CF585297CF23.jpg?v=1787324438"},{"product_id":"8000","title":"YAMANI #8000 Resinoid Bond","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#8000 Resinoid Bond — Synthetic Finishing Whetstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fine \u003c\/span\u003e#8000 synthetic finishing whetstone\u003cspan\u003e, designed for the final stages of sharpening where a highly refined and precise edge is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing #6000, the #8000 further refines the cutting edge and reduces fine sharpening marks, producing a \u003c\/span\u003esmoother, cleaner and more polished finish\u003cspan\u003e with excellent control at the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts fine abrasive action is particularly suited to Japanese kitchen knives where precision, smooth cutting feel, and a highly refined finish are desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#8000 fine finishing grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for final-stage sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurther refines the edge after #6000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces a smooth, clean and highly refined cutting edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduces fine scratches from previous sharpening stages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for precision finishing of Japanese kitchen knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 210 x 74 x 25mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 766g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use a Resinoid Bond Whetstone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDo not soak the stone in water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a small amount of water to the surface before sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd water as needed during use to keep the surface wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter sharpening, rinse the surface with clean water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAllow the stone to \u003c\/span\u003eair-dry naturally in a shaded, well-ventilated area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCaution\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid prolonged soaking, hot water, direct sunlight, and rapid drying with heaters or other heat sources. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResinoid whetstones are bonded with a resin-based binder and are generally not designed for prolonged immersion in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeaving a resinoid whetstone submerged for an extended period may cause the stone to absorb water into its structure. Depending on the specific resin and construction, this can lead to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges in the stone’s hardness or feel during sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftening or weakening of the resin bond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges in sharpening performance and abrasive release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracking, deformation, or other structural damage, particularly if the stone is subjected to repeated wetting and drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46411032559802,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/0AFBBE15-7EBD-4117-B523-529383D1A980.jpg?v=1787324438"},{"product_id":"3000","title":"YAMANI WA#3000 Resinoid Bond","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWA #3000 Resinoid Bond — White Alumina Finishing Whetstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fine sharpening stone made with \u003c\/span\u003eWA (White Alumina)\u003cspan\u003e abrasive, designed to refine the cutting edge after medium-grit sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing the \u003c\/span\u003eWA #1000\u003cspan\u003e, the #3000 further reduces sharpening scratches and refines the edge, producing a smoother cutting feel while maintaining a practical level of bite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is an excellent intermediate finishing stone for Japanese kitchen knives and can also serve as a \u003c\/span\u003epractical final finishing stone for everyday professional use\u003cspan\u003e, depending on the knife and its intended purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWA (White Alumina) abrasive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#3000 fine grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 210 x 72 x 23mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 700g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefines the edge after #1000 sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces a smoother, more refined cutting edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintains a good balance between sharpness and practical bite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for both intermediate and practical final finishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent preparation before higher-grit finishing stones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use a Resinoid Bond Whetstone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDo not soak the stone in water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a small amount of water to the surface before sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd water as needed during use to keep the surface wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter sharpening, rinse the surface with clean water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAllow the stone to \u003c\/span\u003eair-dry naturally in a shaded, well-ventilated area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCaution\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eAvoid prolonged soaking, hot water, direct sunlight, and rapid drying with heaters or other heat sources. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResinoid whetstones are bonded with a resin-based binder and are generally not designed for prolonged immersion in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeaving a resinoid whetstone submerged for an extended period may cause the stone to absorb water into its structure. Depending on the specific resin and construction, this can lead to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges in the stone’s hardness or feel during sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftening or weakening of the resin bond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges in sharpening performance and abrasive release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracking, deformation, or other structural damage, particularly if the stone is subjected to repeated wetting and drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46411032821946,"sku":null,"price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/2674250F-6360-4EAE-8E65-FF346A4B72BC.jpg?v=1787324438"},{"product_id":"600","title":"YAMANI WA#600 Vitrified Bond","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWA #600 Vitrified Bond — White Alumina Medium-Coarse Whetstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA professional medium-coarse whetstone made with \u003c\/span\u003eWA (White Alumina)\u003cspan\u003e abrasive, offering a finer and more controlled sharpening action than the GC #320.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eGC #320 is designed for heavier material removal, thinning, geometry correction, and repair work\u003cspan\u003e, the WA #600 is ideal for refining the blade after coarse sharpening and for general sharpening where the aggressive cutting power of #320 is not required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts finer abrasive helps\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003erefine bevels, remove coarse sharpening marks, and prepare the blade for medium and finishing 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correction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent transition between coarse and medium sharpening stages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use a Vitrified Bond Whetstone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSoak the whetstone in clean water before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce sufficiently saturated, remove it from the water and begin sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the surface wet by adding water as needed during use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRinse thoroughly with clean water after 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It can also be used as a practical starting stone for \u003c\/span\u003eregular maintenance when major thinning or repair is not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWA (White Alumina) abrasive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#1000 medium grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 215 x 80 x 30mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 1,078g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalanced cutting ability and control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefines scratches from #600 and other coarse stones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for establishing a clean, precise edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable as a starting stone for regular sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent preparation before progressing to finer finishing stones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use a Vitrified Bond Whetstone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak the whetstone in clean water before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce sufficiently saturated, remove it from the water and begin sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the surface wet by adding water as needed during use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRinse thoroughly with clean water after sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAllow the stone to\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003edry naturally in a shaded, well-ventilated area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Do not use hot water or dry the stone rapidly with direct sunlight, heaters, or other heat sources, as this may cause cracking or damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46411044126906,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/8D771B0B-7B3C-4318-BA0F-FFF46C18E52F.jpg?v=1787324438"},{"product_id":"kyosera","title":"Naniwa Chosera #400","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen regular sharpening is no longer enough.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA knife that has become thick behind the edge, developed small chips, or lost its original geometry often needs more than a fine sharpening stone. 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